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Stress, worrying, apprehension... no matter what you call it, anxiety is a natural part of life. You can't escape anxiety, however we can all find healthier ways to manage it. There are many things we can do to help manage our anxiety - including meditation, exercise, and cutting back on stimulants like caffeine and nicotine.

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39 year experience in Internal Medicine

How long it usually lasts:

Short-term (lasts days to weeks)

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Muscle pain
Headache
Restlessness
Irritability
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Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating Anxiety
Prochlorperazine
2.5
11 reviews
Paroxetine
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Venlafaxine
Paxil
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