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I have used paxidep 12.5 for 1 year for anxiety and Stress. After that i am feeling well and left that medicine for 1 year. Again now i faced same problem anxiety and Stress specific in working office time and the doctor prescribed for paxidep 12.5 . When I am working in office to complete that work ontime automatically getting stressed and not able to concentrate for some time and after taking some break felling well. It's happening everyday in working time at office. So i am using paxidep 12.5 recently as per doctor suggested, feeling little better. Could you please advise how many days I need to continue medicine paxidep 12.5 and it's safe paxidep 12.5 for long term use, kindly confirm..
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From a therapy angle, we work on breaking the trigger-response loop: teaching your mind to pause before panic, recognise early body signs, and build micro-coping routines during work hours. You learn how to lower the internal pressure, stop perfectionistic thinking, and train your attention so that work doesn’t feel like a threat. With this approach, the medicine manages the intensity while therapy builds long-term control and confidence. Take therapy. You can connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five.
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Hello, Paxidep 12.5 (paroxetine CR) is an effective medicine for anxiety and work-related stress.
Since your symptoms returned after stopping it for a year, it means your anxiety is recurrent, and you may need a longer maintenance period this time.
Paxidep is generally safe for long-term use when monitored properly. Most patients take it for 6-12 months after improvement, and some need longer to prevent relapse.
Next Steps
1. Continue Paxidep 12.5 regularly for at least 6 months after you start feeling normal again.
2. Re-review with your psychiatrist in 4–6 weeks to see if the dose needs adjustment.
3. Do not stop suddenly- tapering is always required.
4. Combine the medication with stress-management techniques to reduce future relapses.
Health Tips
- Take the tablet at the same time daily.
- Avoid skipping doses.
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Hi. If you doesn't have any side-effects you can take for about 6 months.. consult online for discussion regarding the same
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If your symptoms are better with this medicine , you can take it for long time period, but please under supervision of your psychiatrist.
Along with medicines do lifestyle modification
Walk
Excercise/ yoga/ Gym
Breathing excercise
Mediation
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Dr. Asra
Psychiatrist
5 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
There is no standard rule, but As long as you do not find relief, medicines could be taken with constant revision and changes in meds/dose etc. Side effects can be googled and you might have discussed with your dr as well. We generally prescribe when benefits outweigh the risk. When there’s no side effect, there’s not much to worry about. Having faith and patience during treatment is important for healing.
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