Best Ssri For Anxiety- 864 Questions Answered

I've been having anxiety since a month and so. And i have been having other problems like sleeplessness, crying, low mood and energy etc. Possibly trauma Do u think i should take an SSRI for this based on my symptoms? Without DSM assessment. I was prescribed with it.

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

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Hi.. diagnosis can be made from clinical symptoms. Yes SSRis can help you. Consult online for treatment ... Read More

Dear doctors, I was diagnosed with anxiety disorder. It's really effecting my life very bad. The anticipatory anxiety is the worst. Iam ready to take medications. But I heard that ssris cause switch to mania in some? If it happens will I end up in bipolar disorder? Kindly give your valuable suggestion, it will be of great help. Thank you.

Asked for Female, 26 Years 410 Views v

Dr. S MadhavanNeuropsychiatrist | Chennai

Hi SSRIs are safe. They are associated with manic switch only in patients with bipolar disorders/ prone for bipolar disorders. There are also non medical interventions. Please consult a Psychiatrist ... Read More

Hello mam /sir i am having social anxiety,pre mature ejaculation, depression issues from many years but I tried to handle/overcome without meds but when they become uncontrollable i went to doc, and she prescribed me bupropion SERTRALINE. its day 2 on SSRI and i am having some kind of tingling feeling specially when i yawn or do weight lifting in g

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Dr. Sanjay JainPsychiatrist | Jaipur

These are the rare side effects of SSRI which you are facing. Usually such side effects go away within few days after starting the medication. If you see such side effects even after 2 weeks then medi ... Read More

My brother is suffering from the after effect of SSRI medicine Fluoxetine. In 2023 july he consulted a doctor coz he felt a bit anxiety as he had an argument with one of friend. Doctor gave Fluoxetine he took for 10 days after that he is experiencing blunt emotion, anhedonia and no sexual stimulation. Due to anhedonia he is not able to feel sexual

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi.. taking medicine for 10 days will not make a permanent change in the body. Usually the side effects due to medicines reverse once the drugs are stopped ( most of the time). However i will need fu ... Read More

Which is the most successful ssri with bupropion to help with depression anxiety and ocd. Which is the most ssri prescribe with bupropion for ocd.

Asked for Male, 29 Years 368 Views v

Dr. Vishal BhattPsychiatrist | Rajkot

It depends ..on symptoms sometimes we choose ssri on basis of your problems .. ... Read More

I was diagnosed with OCD 18 years back and since then have been on sertraline 200mg OD for first 16 years and then on 100mg OD(direct to 100) for last 2 years. It worked wonders . Twice I stopped it cold turkey in that 18 year period (after initial 2years and 6years). In both,had ocd relapse after 4-5 months which resolved after resuming sertraline

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Dr. Rayees Ahmad WaniSexologist | Srinagar

Hello, It happens due to withdrawal. We should cross taper the medicine rather than stopping one abruptly.... If u are doing well on particular medicine, better to use that medicine and avoid unnec ... Read More

Can I take ssri along with ashwagandha.I doubt because someone said both will neutralize each other.But my current doctor prescribed it

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Dr. M.S. JagadeesanPsychiatrist | Chennai

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Interaction between Allopathic medication and Ashwagandha have not been studied. It’s your own risk. ... Read More

Does long term use of Ssri, anxiolytics and benzodiazapines affect intelligence, memorizing capacity and IQ? If yes, does it improve after stopping them.

Asked for Female, 22 Years 383 Views v

Dr. Jitendriya BiswalPsychiatrist | Bhubaneswar

Hi only benzodiazepine will affect ur memory processing...there is cognitive dulling effects.. Rest are fine ... Read More

Hey doctor, i am taking SSRI (ESTILOPARM) for generalized anxiety disorder. Does the medication affect tpha results?

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Dr. Kamal Kishore VermaPsychiatrist | Agra

No ... Read More

I am on SSRI (nexito plus,toficalm) for my anxiety ,fear and mild depression.ssri decreases dopamine so how can i increase dopamine while being on SSRI ps: sometimes i have sugar cravings but I don't eat

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Dr. Sandeep kapurPsychiatrist | Mohali

Eat vegetables fruits rich in tyrosine eggs, almond , etc ... Read More

I had painful nightfalls with severe burning. Antibiotics helped temporarily but symptoms returned.A GP referred me to a psychiatrist who prescribed Paraxotine for longterm and was on it for 14years later he moved abroad.Over time I developed weight gain & sexual dysfunction, so before marriage I consulted another psychiatrist for stoping it.He

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

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Hi.. will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for treatment ... Read More

I heard this term many times in youtube and online , do doctors think it is real ?, and also EMA ( europe medical agency ) recognized it as a possible condition after SSRI use , is it better to avoid SSRI by fearing this condition?

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Dr. Naresh KumarPsychiatrist | Faridabad

"Hi there, I understand that seeking help can feel overwhelming, but you’ve already taken the first brave step. I can guide you with a clear treatment plan tailored just for you, so you can feel ... Read More

I am having some health anxiety especially cardiophobia with some little mood disorders. I am able to do day to day activities like go outside, move alone, but there is some continuous health anxiety with little mood changes. My psychiatrist diagnosed me GAD with MD and prescribed me Sertraline 25mg then 50 mg, which I am taking. But he also prescr

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Dr. Rahul M. RaoPsychiatrist | Mangalore

I think u can avoid Aripiprazole for now. Just sertraline would help. ... Read More

I've been dealing with stress for 6 months. It has now evolved into something that's always bothering me like chest pain, nausea, anxiety, nightmares,sleep paralysis a few times and in the sleep or in morning when I wake up I've this rapid heartbeat. Whenever I cry or overthink I can't eat for 3-4 days. Feeling of vomiting is permanent and even a l

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Ms. SmritiCounselling Psychologist | Bangalore

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Your symptoms are treatable, and with a structured plan, you will start feeling relief within a few sessions.kindly connect with psychologist to resolve inner conflicts ... Read More

Sir my doctor has given fluoxetine 80 mg, Fluvaxamine 100 mg and aripiprazole 5 mg for the whole case can I take it for two SSRI

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi.. it depends on many factors like duration of illness, drug resistance etc. will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for a second opinion. Alternatively ... Read More

SSRI Medicines make me sleepy, armod and methylphenidate stimulants help only for short time — need long-term solution

Asked for Male, 22 Years 42 Views v

Ms. Juhi ParasharPsychologist | Gurgaon

Long-term solution lies interesting in a psychiatric medication and taking therapy side-by-side. You can reach out to me for therapy. ... Read More

Since lockdown I have been having some anxiety and panic disorders. Although Im recovered to 70% sometimes I feel Im getting some weird sensation which is almost making me to feel Im gonna die. This happens only when Im in rest and not when Im working out or in intense activities. I later found its something like ectopic beats. Im having gastric, a

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

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Hi.. will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for treatment ... Read More

Hi, I am 25 years old introvert with low Confidence have been suffering from Overthinking, general anxiety, Performance anxiety (Suffering from Premature Ejaculation) all day from last 5-6 Months, Sexual Thoughts all day, Thinking All Day what is happening with me and what will i do now, Due to this I am facing lot of problems in daily life, no moo

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Dr. Ritesh RanjanPsychiatrist | Patna

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Go and visit Psychiatrist near you. ... Read More

Why do i think so much that i get anxiety attack ,thinking about future and think over things i can't control

Asked for Male, 28 Years 103 Views v

Ms. Juhi ParasharPsychologist | Gurgaon

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Hi It sounds like your mind is stuck in a loop of “what if” thoughts, replaying scenarios about the future and things you can’t actually control. This is a classic pattern of overthinking + intoleranc ... Read More

Sir I have anxiety since 5 years ...I always think about heart attacks..is that possible that I can get heart attacks...and I want to known that whenever I see heart attacks in gym ..I think a lot that in anxiety is it safe to go in gym

Asked for Male, 24 Years 147 Views v

Dr. B.Nitya AiswaryaPsychiatrist | Visakhapatnam

At your age, risk of heart attack is very low. What you feel is mostly due to anxiety. Exercise and going to the gym are safe and actually help reduce anxiety. Start slowly and consult a doctor if you ... Read More

I have anxiety problem since one year, doctor prescribed nexito 10 mg in night with indral 10 mg tab two times but problem still persist can we use ayurved medicine with allopathic plz suggest ayurved medicine

Asked for Male, 44 Years 187 Views v

Dr. Naresh KumarPsychiatrist | Faridabad

Heyy I can help you better with further treatment course needed. U can connect me via whatsapp on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two. ... Read More

Hi sir / medam, I am having Psoriosis, Allergic Rhinitis, Severe Snoring, OCD , Negative Thoughts, Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Erectile disfunction (ED) and Premature Ejaculation problems(PME) problems. I am using allopathy SSRI medicene from last 3 years for OCD. In allopathy cure is not available for Above all problems. In Homeopathy cure ava

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Dr. Himani NegiHomoeopath | Chennai

Hi Practo user A homoeopathic treatment will give you best results naturally You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance Or click on the calling option over my profile ... Read More

I have anxiety from 2 years and i took ssri medicine for 4 months and withdrawal it after withdrawal im feeling symptoms of anxiety and feeling fear while going to bathroom for bathing or bowel moment i feel anxious and my stomach gets upset

Asked for Female, 24 Years 143 Views v

Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi.. it means that your anxiety is still present. You may need to continue the medicines. ... Read More

So I have anxiety since long time. I love fitness and workouts (currently i am not doing any workout) i have felt that whenever i do pushups or pull-ups i feel heavy and weak around my chest area like something has placed on it. I feel racing heart more often but when my treatment was going on and i was doing full body workout including pushup and

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi.. anxiety can cause palpitations. However will need further history regarding the same to advice appropriately. ... Read More

Hi I'm 22 years old male. I have been dealing with anxiety since 2023 and I've been on medication for it. I've been smoking for few months but now I've stopped it. I'm feeling restless. Is this because I've stopped smoking suddenly or is it something else?

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Dr. Naresh KumarPsychiatrist | Faridabad

Heyy I can help you better with further treatment course needed. U can connect me via whatsapp on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two. ... Read More

Hi doctor I'm suffering from depression and anxiety disorders since 2023 doctor prescribed all type of ssri and snri nothing worked now he prescribed amitriptyline and nexito is this right combination can I take both at a time

Asked for Male, 40 Years 213 Views v

Ms. Nivedita SharmaPsychologist | Gurgaon

Hi Have you opted for a therapy also along with taking medication ... Read More

Can I drive car when I am on SSRI ( Fludac 20) medicine?? Doctor recently prescribed me Fludac 20 for OCD treatment.

Asked for Male, 32 Years 95 Views v

Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi.. yes you can. ... Read More

My daughter has adenoid which is in control now but she always gets cold viral infection cough according to doctor she is fine and she will be better as she grows up but I can't see her cough 1 wk she will be fine and later again cough starts daily I'm crying cant see her like that sometime feel like why my child should go through this .I take care

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Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

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Hi.. yes you could be having an anxiety disorder. Medicines and therapy can help. ... Read More

Hi recently I became mother of 3 1/2 months baby boy through ivf after 9 years of marriage. I am doing fine but my mental health (u can call overthinking,anxiety,stress, panic) is the problem. It's with me from beginning I think n in lockdown it's burst out. Then also I managed it with spiritually but it's tr still.im very happy in my personal life

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Asked for Female, 37 Years 57 Views v

Dr. Sumaila AsifPsychiatrist | Bhubaneswar

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Sometimes external help is required. Our mental health , poses a risk on physical health too.Stress causes imbalance in our internal environment. ... Read More

Hello doctors, I need some help here. I feel I have had anxiety all my life, but now it has gotten worse. I am always stressed and distracted. I am always procrastinating and then worrying about it. I am just always scared but don’t really know about what. I have tried medicines which were prescribed by doctors. They are Fluvoxin, Arpizol, an

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Dr. Avijit Das (PT)Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist | Kolkata

Hi please consult with a psychiatrist. ... Read More

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Best ssri for anxiety

I've been having anxiety since a month and so. And i have been having other problems like sleeplessness, crying, low mood and energy etc. Possibly trauma Do u think i should take an SSRI for this based on my symptoms? Without DSM assessment. I was prescribed with it.

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Which is the most successful ssri with bupropion to help with depression anxiety and ocd. Which is the most ssri prescribe with bupropion for ocd.

Can I take ssri along with ashwagandha.I doubt because someone said both will neutralize each other.But my current doctor prescribed it

Does long term use of Ssri, anxiolytics and benzodiazapines affect intelligence, memorizing capacity and IQ? If yes, does it improve after stopping them.

Hey doctor, i am taking SSRI (ESTILOPARM) for generalized anxiety disorder. Does the medication affect tpha results?

I am on SSRI (nexito plus,toficalm) for my anxiety ,fear and mild depression.ssri decreases dopamine so how can i increase dopamine while being on SSRI ps: sometimes i have sugar cravings but I don't eat

I heard this term many times in youtube and online , do doctors think it is real ?, and also EMA ( europe medical agency ) recognized it as a possible condition after SSRI use , is it better to avoid SSRI by fearing this condition?

Sir my doctor has given fluoxetine 80 mg, Fluvaxamine 100 mg and aripiprazole 5 mg for the whole case can I take it for two SSRI

SSRI Medicines make me sleepy, armod and methylphenidate stimulants help only for short time — need long-term solution

Why do i think so much that i get anxiety attack ,thinking about future and think over things i can't control

Sir I have anxiety since 5 years ...I always think about heart attacks..is that possible that I can get heart attacks...and I want to known that whenever I see heart attacks in gym ..I think a lot that in anxiety is it safe to go in gym

I have anxiety problem since one year, doctor prescribed nexito 10 mg in night with indral 10 mg tab two times but problem still persist can we use ayurved medicine with allopathic plz suggest ayurved medicine

I have anxiety from 2 years and i took ssri medicine for 4 months and withdrawal it after withdrawal im feeling symptoms of anxiety and feeling fear while going to bathroom for bathing or bowel moment i feel anxious and my stomach gets upset

Hi I'm 22 years old male. I have been dealing with anxiety since 2023 and I've been on medication for it. I've been smoking for few months but now I've stopped it. I'm feeling restless. Is this because I've stopped smoking suddenly or is it something else?

Hi doctor I'm suffering from depression and anxiety disorders since 2023 doctor prescribed all type of ssri and snri nothing worked now he prescribed amitriptyline and nexito is this right combination can I take both at a time

Can I drive car when I am on SSRI ( Fludac 20) medicine?? Doctor recently prescribed me Fludac 20 for OCD treatment.

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