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Suffering from depression and anxiety
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
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Hello. Not all depression and anxiety respond well to classical treatments. You might need different combinations along with psychotherapy..
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Probing symptoms more is needed.
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Feel free to talk. Dr Anjalika Atrey Consultant Psychiatrist, Mumbai
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Different people respond to different combinations of medications. The above combination prescribed by the doctor is also rational. Also combine with CBT. Get a second opinion from an astute psychiatrist of nothing works. Good luck
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Hello Sir
Medication depends on your symptoms
Just hit and trial is not a method when it comes to treatment of alive patient
And also therapy/counseling sessions can also be planned for you
For further assessment and management
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Kindly consult online for further management and treatment
Dr Ankit Gupta Bilaspur Chhattisgarh
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Firstly you must be in regular follow up of 1 psychiatrist who can revise the treatment at regular intervals based on principles of pharmacotherapy and your residual symptoms. Now we have ample type of newer medicines with which almost all patients of depression get well.
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You may book an online consultation with me on Practo for more details and further treatment.
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Avoid any self medication
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