Herbal Panic Attack Cures

A vast number of herbs work as relaxants and tranquilizers that can soothe anxiety and help prevent panic attacks. While there is no specific herbal cure for panic attacks, using herbal remedies can significantly reduce symptoms of stress, which can then correlate to fewer panic attacks.

Such herbs include passion flower, valerian, chamomile, Siberian ginseng and kava kava. All of these herbs work to relax the nervous system. In addition, they may help with getting a good night's sleep, an important component in battling stress.

Valerian

• Drink valerian tea before retiring to bed during stressful periods. Take 150 to 300 mg in capsule form twice a day to ease symptoms of stress and help prevent panic attacks. This herb will help you to calm down and sleep well so you are more rested in the morning. Take the high dosage if you are experiencing chronic sleeplessness.

Chamomile

• Chamomile has long been used to treat symptoms of stress and can help to relieve panic attacks. Chamomile is calming and safe to use on a long-term basis. To ease stress symptoms, drink one cup of chamomile tea three times a day. At your local health food store, purchase dried chamomile flowers that are yellow and white. Add two teaspoons of the dried flowers to one cup of boiling water, steep for 10 minutes, strain, then drink.

Passion flower

• Passion flower when mixed with valerian and skullcap can be helpful in treating stress and its resultant symptoms. Look for this combination tincture in local health food stores. Take two droppers mixed with a half cup of water three times a day.

Siberian Ginseng

• Ginseng can help create a sense of calmness in high-stress situations. Ginseng is available in tincture form along with capsules. Take 15 drops of the tincture once a day, or 100 to 200 mg in capsule form three times a day before meals.

Kava kava

• Kava kava is used extensively in Europe as a stress remedy. It contains active ingredients called kavalactones that mimic muscle relaxants. Kava kava may be taken during periods of high stress but is not recommended for long-term use. Take 200 mg of kava root extract in capsule form three times a day or one teaspoon of tincture twice a day for good results.