Question

A 35-year-old woman with panic disorder is beginning psychological therapy but may also need medication. According to NICE, which medication is recommended first-line for panic disorder?

Accepted Answer

SSRI (e.g., paroxetine)

Answer

Long-term benzodiazepine (e.g., diazepam)

Answer

Beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol)

Answer

Tricyclic antidepressant (e.g., imipramine)

Answer

Atypical antipsychotic (e.g., olanzapine)

Practice question

A 35-year-old woman with panic disorder is beginning psychological therapy but may also need medication. According to NICE, which medication is recommended first-line for panic disorder?