“Hello, both doctors have prescribed medicines commonly used for anxiety. Sertraline and fluoxetine belong to the same group (SSRIs), so different doctors may choose different options based on clinical preference and your symptoms. Quetiapine/Quetipin is often given in low dose for sleep and anxiety symptoms.
Next Steps
Do not start both sertraline and fluoxetine together without a psychiatrist’s guidance. Since you have a history of alcohol dependence and experienced body jerks/fear symptoms, it is better to continue treatment under one psychiatrist consistently instead of changing medicines frequently.
Health Tips
Avoid alcohol and smoking completely
• Maintain regular sleep and follow-up
• Do not stop/start medicines suddenly on your own
• Anxiety after frightening physical symptoms is common and treatable
A detailed review with one psychiatrist will help decide which single treatment plan suits you best