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Depression treatment
I have been taking medicines for anxiety and depression for the last 5 years. As soon as I leave the medicine, my health gets worse. Can I ever leave this medicine or will I have to take these medicines for the rest of my life. Please suggest.
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Never Stop abruptly, they are regularly reducing under supervision of your primary psychiatrist.
Don't stop without informing your doctor
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Dr. Vishal Bhatt
Psychiatrist
4 yrs exp
Rajkot
Thank you for sharing your query here ..Need detailed evaluation and history for diagnosis and treatment
We assure that we I'll sort out your issue ..relax ..God Bless you
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Dr. Upasana Rai
Psychiatrist
5 yrs exp
Varanasi
Please consult for detailed evaluation and management
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Dr. Rayees Ahmad Wani
Addiction Psychiatrist
13 yrs exp
Srinagar
Hello,
Usually these medicines can be stopped after sometime.
Not necessary that you will require them lifelong however continue your consultation with the treating psychiatrist.
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