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How to gradually reduce medicine dose
My mother is suffering from depression. Last month we consulted psychologist. He gave below 4 medicines
1) mirtaz 7.5 mg
2) tynept 12.5 mg
3) dicorate er 250
4) pari cr 12.5
As my mother is feeling well (around 75-80%) after taking it for 1 month. Doc increased the dosage. He also said that we will need to take for 6 months after she is fully ok and then gradually reduce
I have below questions
1) should we increase the dose as doc suggested
2) how can we gradually reduce it
3) if we take for long time as suggested what are side effects
Dear mam
It is not recommended to alter or reduce the medication without consulting your psychiatrist. The medications that is prescribed for medication depends on a lot of factors like the duration of illness, severity of symptoms, any side effects that is experienced as well as the response to medication. Since your psychiatrist is aware of your mother's history in detail, he/ she is the best person to suggest medications.. After first episode of depression, it is recommended to continue medicines for at least 6 months and then gradually reduce the dose under supervision. The medications used for depression usually do not hand any long term side effect..
Thanks
Regards
Dr Ankita Mishra
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