Dosage are fixed based on many criteria’s. So if your doctor has advised you to take one tablet, you shall not increase the dosage without re consulting him/her

If your doctor has advised 1 tablet twice daily then u should stick with that dose only because doctor has advised you after examining you and it's always better to start with  small dose and see how your body is responding. Atleast  stick with the dose for a minimum of 15 days and if u don't see the result then you can again consult the doctor and increase or decrease the dose accordingly. But please don't increase the dose on your own.

Your anxiety is due to eating the wrong foods and is a prodromal symptom of bigger problem. So just addressing yeh symptom isn't enough. You should follow HAIP DIET and include singhada cheela in daily diet along with Brahmi ghanvati. This in combination the HAIP DIET will help not only help in reducing your brain symptoms but also help remove the inflammation in the body.

Yes you can take two tables once a day in night before sleep.you can take it regular for 3 months. If you don't get results then consult here for proper treatment and guidance.

Its depend upon on ur s/s 

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Thanks for trusting Ayurveda and seeking help on authentic platform. Kindly follow up ur treating dr. For better outcome

Follow the dose which is recommended by doctor.you can take ashvgandha shankhpushpi , brahmi rasayan.

Please share ur ultrasound report with me so that i can analyse ur problem,  accordingly will guide u treatment..

Prostatitis at the age of 24 is uncommon , you must go for repeat USG, btw what is the weight of Prostate , any medicine must be used under strict medical supervision so please avoid taking any medicine for long term before any doctor's advice , mentat contains buccopa and some other ingredients which should be used under ayurvedic doctors advice.

Better to follow your physician’s advice. Though it is mentioned as 2 tablets twice daily, physicians can prescribe according to your health condition. Along with that you can have Saraswatharista 20ml twice daily with equal quantity of water after food. Take shirodhara treatment with Brahmi taila

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Hi, it's best to follow the dose advised by your doctor, even if the general recommendation on the bottle is higher. Your doctor may have considered your overall health, history of prostatitis, and current condition before suggesting a lower dose. Mentat is generally safe for long-term use, but duration and dosage should always be personalized. For anxiety, depression, and concentration issues, Ayurveda also includes: Medhya Rasayanas (like Brahmi, Ashwagandha, Shankhpushpi) Dietary changes Lifestyle correction Heartfulness or mindfulness practices Feel free to consult me directly for a customized and holistic Ayurvedic treatment plan.

Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailment before consuming any medicine