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Is there a natural medication that can be used for anxiety and panic attacks?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

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Anxiety: Natural supplements can be valerian, kava kava, st. John's sort, gaba. No natural remedy for panic attack.

Dr Lewis and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/21/2013

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Agree w Dr. Ali.: Passion Flower, Lemon Balm, Humulus lupulus (Hops) Valerian & Chamomile may help with anxiety. Although Kava Kava may help it has potential to cause liver damage. Lavender & chamomile essential oils (not ingested) are also calming.

Answered 8/4/2014

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