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I've been having anxiety since a month and so. And i have been having other problems like sleeplessness, crying, low mood and energy etc. Possibly trauma Do u think i should take an SSRI for this based on my symptoms? Without DSM assessment. I was prescribed with it.

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Hi.. diagnosis can be made from clinical symptoms. Yes SSRis can help you. Consult online for treatment ...  Read More

Dear doctors, I was diagnosed with anxiety disorder. It's really effecting my life very bad. The anticipatory anxiety is the worst. Iam ready to take medications. But I heard that ssris cause switch to mania in some? If it happens will I end up in bipolar disorder? Kindly give your valuable suggestion, it will be of great help. Thank you.

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Hi SSRIs are safe. They are associated with manic switch only in patients with bipolar disorders/ prone for bipolar disorders. There are also non medical interventions. Please consult a Psychiatrist ...  Read More

Hello mam /sir i am having social anxiety,pre mature ejaculation, depression issues from many years but I tried to handle/overcome without meds but when they become uncontrollable i went to doc, and she prescribed me bupropion SERTRALINE. its day 2 on SSRI and i am having some kind of tingling feeling specially when i yawn or do weight lifting in g

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These are the rare side effects of SSRI which you are facing. Usually such side effects go away within few days after starting the medication. If you see such side effects even after 2 weeks then medi ...  Read More

My brother is suffering from the after effect of SSRI medicine Fluoxetine. In 2023 july he consulted a doctor coz he felt a bit anxiety as he had an argument with one of friend. Doctor gave Fluoxetine he took for 10 days after that he is experiencing blunt emotion, anhedonia and no sexual stimulation. Due to anhedonia he is not able to feel sexual

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Hi.. taking medicine for 10 days will not make a permanent change in the body. Usually the side effects due to medicines reverse once the drugs are stopped ( most of the time). However i will need fu ...  Read More

Which is the most successful ssri with bupropion to help with depression anxiety and ocd. Which is the most ssri prescribe with bupropion for ocd.

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It depends ..on symptoms sometimes we choose ssri on basis of your problems .. ...  Read More

I was diagnosed with OCD 18 years back and since then have been on sertraline 200mg OD for first 16 years and then on 100mg OD(direct to 100) for last 2 years. It worked wonders . Twice I stopped it cold turkey in that 18 year period (after initial 2years and 6years). In both,had ocd relapse after 4-5 months which resolved after resuming sertraline

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Hello, It happens due to withdrawal. We should cross taper the medicine rather than stopping one abruptly.... If u are doing well on particular medicine, better to use that medicine and avoid unnec ...  Read More

Can I take ssri along with ashwagandha.I doubt because someone said both will neutralize each other.But my current doctor prescribed it

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Interaction between Allopathic medication and Ashwagandha have not been studied. It’s your own risk. ...  Read More

Does long term use of Ssri, anxiolytics and benzodiazapines affect intelligence, memorizing capacity and IQ? If yes, does it improve after stopping them.

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Hi only benzodiazepine will affect ur memory processing...there is cognitive dulling effects.. Rest are fine ...  Read More

Hey doctor, i am taking SSRI (ESTILOPARM) for generalized anxiety disorder. Does the medication affect tpha results?

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No ...  Read More

I am on SSRI (nexito plus,toficalm) for my anxiety ,fear and mild depression.ssri decreases dopamine so how can i increase dopamine while being on SSRI ps: sometimes i have sugar cravings but I don't eat

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Eat vegetables fruits rich in tyrosine eggs, almond , etc ...  Read More

SSRI Medicines make me sleepy, armod and methylphenidate stimulants help only for short time — need long-term solution

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Long-term solution lies interesting in a psychiatric medication and taking therapy side-by-side. You can reach out to me for therapy. ...  Read More

Since lockdown I have been having some anxiety and panic disorders. Although Im recovered to 70% sometimes I feel Im getting some weird sensation which is almost making me to feel Im gonna die. This happens only when Im in rest and not when Im working out or in intense activities. I later found its something like ectopic beats. Im having gastric, a

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Hi.. will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for treatment ...  Read More

Hi, I am 25 years old introvert with low Confidence have been suffering from Overthinking, general anxiety, Performance anxiety (Suffering from Premature Ejaculation) all day from last 5-6 Months, Sexual Thoughts all day, Thinking All Day what is happening with me and what will i do now, Due to this I am facing lot of problems in daily life, no moo

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Go and visit Psychiatrist near you. ...  Read More

Why do i think so much that i get anxiety attack ,thinking about future and think over things i can't control

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Hi It sounds like your mind is stuck in a loop of “what if” thoughts, replaying scenarios about the future and things you can’t actually control. This is a classic pattern of overthinking + intoleranc ...  Read More

Sir I have anxiety since 5 years ...I always think about heart attacks..is that possible that I can get heart attacks...and I want to known that whenever I see heart attacks in gym ..I think a lot that in anxiety is it safe to go in gym

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At your age, risk of heart attack is very low. What you feel is mostly due to anxiety. Exercise and going to the gym are safe and actually help reduce anxiety. Start slowly and consult a doctor if you ...  Read More

I have anxiety problem since one year, doctor prescribed nexito 10 mg in night with indral 10 mg tab two times but problem still persist can we use ayurved medicine with allopathic plz suggest ayurved medicine

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Heyy I can help you better with further treatment course needed. U can connect me via whatsapp on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two. ...  Read More

Hi sir / medam, I am having Psoriosis, Allergic Rhinitis, Severe Snoring, OCD , Negative Thoughts, Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Erectile disfunction (ED) and Premature Ejaculation problems(PME) problems. I am using allopathy SSRI medicene from last 3 years for OCD. In allopathy cure is not available for Above all problems. In Homeopathy cure ava

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Hi Practo user A homoeopathic treatment will give you best results naturally You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance Or click on the calling option over my profile ...  Read More

I have anxiety from 2 years and i took ssri medicine for 4 months and withdrawal it after withdrawal im feeling symptoms of anxiety and feeling fear while going to bathroom for bathing or bowel moment i feel anxious and my stomach gets upset

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Hi.. it means that your anxiety is still present. You may need to continue the medicines. ...  Read More

So I have anxiety since long time. I love fitness and workouts (currently i am not doing any workout) i have felt that whenever i do pushups or pull-ups i feel heavy and weak around my chest area like something has placed on it. I feel racing heart more often but when my treatment was going on and i was doing full body workout including pushup and

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Hi.. anxiety can cause palpitations. However will need further history regarding the same to advice appropriately. ...  Read More

Hi I'm 22 years old male. I have been dealing with anxiety since 2023 and I've been on medication for it. I've been smoking for few months but now I've stopped it. I'm feeling restless. Is this because I've stopped smoking suddenly or is it something else?

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Heyy I can help you better with further treatment course needed. U can connect me via whatsapp on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two. ...  Read More

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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Hi Have you opted for a therapy also along with taking medication ...  Read More

Can I drive car when I am on SSRI ( Fludac 20) medicine?? Doctor recently prescribed me Fludac 20 for OCD treatment.

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Hi.. yes you can. ...  Read More

Hello doctors, I need some help here. I feel I have had anxiety all my life, but now it has gotten worse. I am always stressed and distracted. I am always procrastinating and then worrying about it. I am just always scared but don’t really know about what. I have tried medicines which were prescribed by doctors. They are Fluvoxin, Arpizol, an

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Hi please consult with a psychiatrist. ...  Read More

Hello doctors, I need some help here I feel I have had anxiety all my life but now it had gotten worse. I am always stressed and distracted. I am always procasnating and then worrying about it. I am just always scared but don't really know about what. I have tired medicines which were prescribed by doctors they are Fluvoxin, Arpizol and lonazep b

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Your symptoms suggest that you are suffering from anxiety disorder. Very good medicines are available for this disease. I assure you that within a month you will feel much better. I am a professor wit ...  Read More

Okay so, my mom and us are planning to start her SSRI (with our psychiatrist) for her mild depression and anxiety symptoms but I'm worried about all the side effects and how long would she have to take it. So I wanted to ask When a patient is prescribed an SSRI for depression or anxiety, do they really get off the medicine let's say in less than an

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Hi.. usually a course of about 6 months .. and once the patient achieves remission, ssris are gradually tapered off in most cases. ...  Read More

I was feeling sad and depressed from almost 2 months. From 2-3 days I'm expirenicing anxiety type attacks , last for some minutes. Right now I'm not on any anti anxiety medications. However doctor advised me to take amytryptilline and clonazepam sos. Is it necessary for me to take psychological counselling..

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It’s a good thought if you can seek for professional support taking counselling.See When dealing with sadness or anxiety attacks, it's important to have strategies that can help manage and alleviate s ...  Read More

I am suffering from anxiety since 8 year and my medicine of hepatitis b is also running,right now I am not taking any medicine of anxiety but problem of body pain and fatigueness is not going , what measures should I take now

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1. Consult a Professional Since anxiety can manifest physically, check with a psychiatrist and a psychologist for possible treatments or reassessing medication for anxiety. 2. Micro-Breaks for Body P ...  Read More

I have taken SSRI(Fluoxetine)and SNRI(Duloxetine)for last 3 months along with alprazolam.Medicine stopped now. I have total cholesterol of 260mg/dl,HDL-56mg/dl,LDL-181mg/dl. Triglycerides are normal. Does these medications leads to deranged lipid profile or my diet?? M more leaned towards sweet things, don't drink, occassionally smoke, don't eat n

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Yes its can raised cholesterol ...  Read More

I have anxiety problem since 10 years 4 years ago i started medicine but didn't continue it...now my problem became so severe, please tell me what should i do

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Consult an astute psychiatrist either in person or online and take treatment again. Around 18% of population have anxiety disorder and 5-10% have moderate to severe anxiety disorder. It happens due to ...  Read More

From Last one year I have anxiety issue. But from last few days it's severe. In this I feel heavy chest,some times fast heart beat and anxiety. Two month ago I start a medical course for one month that time I feel ok. But from one month I didn't take any course. In anxiety attack I feel I would have silent attack from that thought i can't sleep. Pl

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You should continue taking medication. Anxiety disorders are treatable with medication and therapy. You should continue both. Without consulting your doctor you should not stop it. If you have any que ...  Read More

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