Robert
i had my first panic attack about 3 yrs ago and at the time i was put on paxil 20mg 2x a day and i have been doing great, my outlook on life is so much better my temper and patience have really improved. I noticed the drug working after about 3 weeks, i also take xanax .50mg if i feel an attack coming on or if i just want to get a good nights sleep,ive only taken the xanax about 3x a month and ive only had about 3xs in 3 years when an attack has started but with treated with proper breathing and the xanax these attacks have always dissapeared within minutes. I no longer fear panic attacks and i now have the confidence that i can control them if they do start and i am a more outgoing and outspoken person. The best of luck to you !!!!!