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Unable to sleep at night
I am Having sleeping issues at night and feel anxious and depressed during the afternoon and evening... After consultation I am taking placida in the morning and nexito 5 at night and issues are resolved and i feel too exhausted during the day ... but I stopped taking the medicine after two months of use and facing the same issue after a few days of stopping
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You seem to be undergoing psychological changes like anxiety and depression. It seems that your case is not cured completely.
It needs to be treated in a holistic approach for complete recovery.
It can be treated well with counseling sessions and homeopathic medicine effectively.
Allopathic medicine is effective for a time being with a lot of side effects.
You need an expert psychologist who is a good homeopathic physician.
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I have been working as a Homeopathic Psychiatrist and Counseling psychologist for the last 17 years. You can contact me through an online appointment for further assistance
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Try to solve the root cause of the problem
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It’s good to know that your symptoms of anxiety, low mood, and sleep disturbances had improved while on medication. However, it’s important to understand that abruptly stopping psychiatric medication, especially after feeling better, can often lead to a return of symptoms sometimes even stronger than before.
Medications like Placida and Nexito 5 should be tapered or adjusted under a psychiatrist’s supervision, rather than stopped suddenly.
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Book a follow-up appointment with your psychiatrist as soon as possible. Share your current symptoms, your experience of stopping the medicines, and the fatigue you experienced during the day while on them.
The doctor might recommend restarting medication, adjusting the dosage, or exploring alternative options with fewer daytime side effects.
Alongside medication, psychotherapy can be very effective in managing anxiety, low mood, and sleep issues.
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Maintain a consistent sleep schedule i.e., wake up and sleep at the same time daily.
Limit caffeine and heavy meals after evening hours.
Engage in light physical activities like walking or stretching during the day.
Practice deep-breathing exercises before bedtime.
Avoid self-medicating or stopping medicines without medical advice, even if you feel better temporarily.
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Ms. Rupali Mohbe
Clinical Psychologist
25 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Hi, I appreciate that you reached out with your concern.
For sound sleep, you need to tire your body throughout the day, so try exercise and have daily walks before sleeping. Practice Bhramari Pranayam and Progressive muscle relaxation daily for sound sleep.
If this still persist then consult therapist and consider techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Tailored strategies to your specific needs with professional psychologist will help you.
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For therapy, you can book an appointment with Rupali Mohbe/BIRDY ME at Practo
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Ms. Hema Sampath
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
It should be due to some other reason which keeps you awake..
At times people feel it happened long time before, and I had already moved on and forgotten about it and all..
Yet, the subtle issues or misunderstanding might be the troubling agent at the back of our mind..
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So, it is better to seek a professional support.. Consult with a psychological Counselor.
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You can reach me for an online or Offline consultation.
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Sanjana Purdhani
Psychologist
2 yrs exp
Delhi
Itâs very common to feel better after taking medicines like Placida and Nexito, but stopping them suddenly without doctorâs advice can cause symptoms to return. These medicines usually work by balancing brain chemicals, and when they are stopped abruptly, the brain takes time to adjust, leading to a relapse of anxiety, depression, and sleep problems.
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Please consult your psychiatrist again. 2. Support with Lifestyle Changes: Along with medicines, start very basic lifestyle steps: Fixed sleep-wake time every day (even on holidays) 20-30 minutes of light sunlight exposure daily Gentle movement like walking Deep breathing practice before sleeping (5 minutes). Therapy Support: Medicines treat the symptoms, but therapy can help you manage the root causes of anxiety, negative thoughts, and sleep difficulties for long-term recovery.
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Healing is like building a house â first you need strong bricks (medicines) and then strong paint and protection (lifestyle + therapy). If you stop medicines too early, the house becomes shaky again. Patience and proper guidance will make your healing more stable and permanent. Soul Savera Recommendation: At Soul Savera, we also provide emotional support and therapy for anxiety, sleep issues, and emotional exhaustion alongside your medical treatment, so you don't feel alone in the process. You are not weak for needing help â you are brave for choosing to heal.
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Ms. Pooja Gupta
Counselling Psychologist
8 yrs exp
Delhi
Hi,
Stopping medication after a period of use, especially psychotropic medications like can often lead to a return of symptoms. This is because the brain and body have adjusted to the medication, and stopping abruptly can disrupt this adjustment, causing a rebound effect. While the medications likely helped manage your symptoms, the long-term solution may not be just to rely on medication. Further discussion with your doctor is crucial to explore other options such as lifestyle changes, therapy, or adjusting the medication regimen, possibly to a less potent form or a different approach.
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