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Prescription for social phobia,tension

2017-12-03 09:09:59
I am suffering from social phobia, depression. I took prodep 20 mg capsule from last 1 year. Is this medicine is safe to take life long?
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The medicine is safe to take for long. However, for management of social phobia and depression, I would advice you to undergo psychotherapy such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy from an experienced therapist. A combination of both the treatment is needed for cured from anxiety problems.
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