Hi Pinot
I have to go with Scott on this one...have you considered that the panic attacks might actually be exacerbated by the alcohol?
I found my pre existing anxiety was then amplified with withdrawal anxiety.
I know panic attacks are hard to deal with but self medicating with alcohol is like trying to put out a fire with gasoline IMO.
As long as I felt I needed alcohol I was stuck in a neverending loop.
Have you tried things like exercise, breathing techniques, or meditation for your anxiety?
D