This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Psychiatric Illness, Subject name: Pharmacology
[{'content': 'A 43-year-old lady comes to emergency depament with acute attack of anxiety associated with physical symptoms like hyperventilation, increased HR, and sweating. She is diagnosed as a case of acute panic attack. Which of the following is the most suitable drug for this patient? \nSelect and explain. \nA. Flumazenil, B. Alprazolam, C. Propranolol, D. Eszopiclone', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: B \nExplanation: Benzodiazepines like alprazolam and clonazepam are preferred for acute panic attack whereas SSRI like fluoxetine are drug of choice for long term management of panic disorder. Eszopiclone is a hypnotic. Propranolol is commonly used to treat performance anxiety (stage fright). Flumazenil is used in benzodiazepine poisoning.', 'role': 'assistant'}]