Hi AK,
I am sorry to hear that you are currently going through this increased anxiety and panic challenge. :/ I know how disappointing this is.
Try to keep reminding yourself that your doctor is monitoring you and that a temporary period of time without a statin is not going to adversely affect your health. Cholesterol levels don't go up overnight, and it's usually a long term issue that has gone unchecked that causes any problems.
If you do need to go back on a medication, you and your doctor can discuss alternatives that do not cause the unwanted painful s/e...
..but likely your lifestyle changes will be enough to keep you within safe numbers!
Keep working those coping skills...you are doing great.
S.C.