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FLUEXTINE IS HABBIT FORMING OR NOT

2023-06-19 06:34:00
I am taking olanex f tablet daily (20mg fluextine and 5 mg olanzapine). I got cured from depression. I am asymptomatic. But my doctor is saying to take this medicine for atleast 6 months even after getting recovered. Should I reduce the dose or continue. Plz guide
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Both the medicines are safe to take. It is rightly told to you by your psychiatris to continue Medications for 6-9 months to avoid relapse of symptoms of depression.
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Do not reduce the dose on your own or suddenly stop as you can face discontinuation symptoms.

Answered2023-06-19 08:48:06

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Fluoxetine is a very safe tablet so not stop the medication and yes it needs to be taken at least for 6 months
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Continue Medication as told by your psychiatrist

Answered2023-06-19 06:38:24

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