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About augmented medication for ocd
My doctor has prescibed me respridone 0.5mg with nexito 20 mg as new augmentation 3 days ago but I not getting any positive response from it.
I've got compulsions very high and getting sensations in different parts of my brains, feels sleepy, not feeling fresh and vivid dreams(illogical) yesterday but sometimes I also feel calm, should I stop taking medication and talk to my doctor about it.
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Hi..
Thanks for sharing your concern..
It's hardly 3 days since augmentation to percieve any visible improvement in OCD..
Jumping to a decision of stopping the meds Will not be a good idea! Please do talk to your treating consultant in detail for further plan of management and other available options
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Hi OCD treatment involves medicines and psychological therapy.
Sometimes it takes longer for the medicines to show benefit. Also dose needs to be titrated.
Please consult a Psychiatrist
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CBT techniques are useful. please Google self help information and read
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relaxation and meditation helps. continue Medication and consult a Psychiatrist
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