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Caffeine is a stimulant substance. When taken in excess amount it can cause palpitations and precipitation of panic. You are also having stomach irritation which is also due to excess coffee. Zapiz or clonazepam provides relief on panic, but it is not a definitive treatment. Other medicines like SSRIs as fluoxetine, paroxetine etc can be used. Visit a good psychiatrist for expert opinion. Also try relaxation exercises to boost your confidence.

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Dr. Sheikhoo Bishnoi, MD

Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.

Caffeine has been associated with anxiety disorders, and like you have mentioned rightly, excessive caffeine can trigger or worsen panic attacks. If you are in the habit of taking lots of coffee, then you should cut down or avoid it completely.

Zapiz (Clonazepam) is a benzodiazepine medication which is used for the short term symptomatic treatment of anxiety disorders. Prolonged use can have a risk of habituation. There are other medication like SSRIs which are effective, non-addictive and have longer lasting results. There are a variety of psychological therapies which can also help you tackle this anxiety problem effectively. So, I would advise you to consult a psychiatrist for a detailed evaluation and further treatment.

Wish you all the best.

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Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist

Hi rohitj2307,
Welcome to HCM Forum.
Tea,Coffee and all products having caffeine including cold-drinks also can precipitate anxiety.Suffocated feeling with abdominal discomfort is one of symptoms of anxiety.As u took medicine mentioned here is helpful to reduce anxiety episode for time being.
Its best advisable to anxiety patients that completely avoid alcohol - caffeinated products and tobacco related products.
To get relieved of this continue ur ongoing medicine regularly,Take sos medicine prescribed to u during episodes and visit to ur psychiatrist.
Hope this helps. Best Regards.

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Yes, excessive caffine intake is associated with increased frequency of panic attack so you should avoid caffinated food like tea, coffee, cold drinks.
Clonazepam is mainly an anti anxiety drug but chances of addiction are increased.
You should consult the qualified psychiatrist for detailed evaluation and treatment.
You may be benefitted by anti depressant drugs having anti-anxiety proerties like peroxetine.
you should also do breathing exercise and meditation for better control.
I hope you will be fine soon.
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I can understand your situation. I appreciate your effort to seek online support.

Yes caffeine intake definitely increase the risk of panic attacks. There are various triggers of panic attacks of which one is caffeine. You should avoid high amount of tea, coffee etc.
Following treatment strategies are helpful in panic disorder-

1) Antidepressants/antianxiety agents like SSRIs (escitalopram, sertarline, paroxetine etc)
2) Antianxiety agents like clonazepam, lorazepam, alprazolam etc
3) Psychotherapy/ Counselling sessions
4) Relaxation techniques like yoga, meditation, deep breathing etc

Hope it helps
Good luck
Regards
Dr. Gourav Monga
Consultant Psychiatrist