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    2001

    Inositol versus fluvoxamine for panic disorder: a double-blind crossover trial

    Palatnik A, Frolov K, Fux M, Benjamin J

    Published in Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology

    Methodology

    Double-blind crossover trial comparing myo-inositol 18 g daily with fluvoxamine in patients with panic disorder.

    Key Findings

    Inositol reduced weekly panic attacks at least as much as fluvoxamine with fewer side effects.

    Conclusions

    Inositol may prevent panic attacks, though the evidence base remains very small.

    Limitations

    Tiny crossover sample; no placebo arm.

    Outcomes Measured

    Panic Attack Prevention

    Inositol reduced weekly panic attacks at least as much as fluvoxamine with fewer side effects

    Related Health Concerns

    Panic Attacks
    Panic Disorder

    Study Details

    Year:2001
    Sample Size:20
    Duration:8 weeks
    Quality Score:5/10

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