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Feling anxiety and not getting sleep
On July 14 my father got some throat infection and he got tension that it was corona but it's not corona.From then onwards he is very anxiety not getting sleep and some negative thoughts that he may fall in bathroom or gas leak and he may die like that .At present he is using anxit 0.25 daily night .By using anxit he is fine but for how many months can we use it it's already one and half month pls suggest me doctor
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Your father seems to be suffering from an anxiety disorder which is very common and looks like its been triggered by the sore throat episode and fear of having corona. Usually, anxiety disorders first need proper evaluation, and the best and safe medicines to treat it are SSRIs , which can be taken for long period , alprax is a benzodiazepine that are habit forming medications and cause dependence and cognitive issues at this age like forgetfulness if taken for longtime.
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You better consult a psychiatrist and get your father fully evaluated.
Health Tips
Never try to self medicate yourself or your dear ones with drugs like benzodiazepines.
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