Anxiety Disorder and Panic Disorder are common illnesses affecting a large portion of the population. Anxiety Disorder is associated with excessive and persistent worrying that interferes with everyday functioning. Symptoms include insomnia, restlessness, inability to concentrate, fatigue, shortness of breath, racing or pounding heartbeat, and feelings of apprehension or dread. Panic Disorder is associated with episodes of intense anxiety or fear with symptoms of chest pain, rapid breathing, racing heartbeat, shortness of breath, nausea, sweating, or chills.

    Medications that have been used to treat these disorders include anti-anxiety medications such as Valium, Xanax, Ativan, and Klonopin. Another group of medications called serotonin agonists have also been used. These include Prozec, Zoloft, Effexor, and Welbutrin as well as some others. Unfortunately these medications have very significant side effects that make them undesirable as a long-term solution.

    Medical Marijuana has been espoused as an effective treatment for Anxiety and Panic Disorders. Paradoxically there are some patients who state that marijuana causes anxiety and panic or paranoia. It appears that one’s response to marijuana is as individual as our body chemistries. We here at Marijuana Medicine Evaluation Centers see many patients who choose medical marijuana - the natural treatment - over traditional medications because of adverse side effects, lack of improvement in symptoms, and the simple fact that marijuana just works much better to control their symptoms. The physicians at Marijuana Medicine Evaluation Centers can help you determine if medical marijuana is the right treatment for your anxiety or panic disorder.
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