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What is the best medication for anxiety and depression

I have been prescribed Dveniz(50) in morning and Nexito 10 at night for anxiety and depression. Dveniz works very well for depression , but taking nexito 10 makes me feel drowsy.I have been taking nexito for the 3 weeks. Is this a side effect or should I consider reducingthe dosage of nexito ?

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How to come out of anxiety and Depression naturally...along with that I'm taking allopathic medication...since i have it from past 5 years

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Got your concern bro. I need detailed assessment for al tht .if u can consult me online would be happy to help you to come of all this .. consult me via this app ...  Read More

Suffering from anxiety and depression, from past2 years and I am not on any medications, symptoms vary from time to time

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If you had taken medications with an astute psychiatrist either in person or online, you need not have suffered for last 2 years. Improvement is seen in 1-2 minths, most recover completely. Anxiety an ...  Read More

I am suffering from anxiety and depression for the past 6 years..i am using medication but still i am having these things and not able to get rid of this.Please suggest me the best way to cure this.

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Hello my friend...just remember "Broken heart and shattered dreams are key mentors for weaving a glorious destiny."...Consult your treating psychiatrist as you require detailed counseling session and ...  Read More

I have been suffering from severe anxiety and depression from the last august. And not able to handle that. And i am already on medication from August

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So meds not helping u ? ru taking as advised by a Psychiatrist ? ...  Read More

Hi, i'm struggling with anxiety and depression. i take medications for both symptoms but don't feel the effects of the medications. could i have a problem with the way i metabolize the medication or a problem with my brain receptors?

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Only medication never helps. Kindly consult a psychologist for therapy. You can even try dance/ music or drama therapy. If you're in Pune you can consult me at Sironas healing centre. ...  Read More

I'm suffering from anxiety since childhood can I ever get rid of this without medication...I was in depression for3yrs completely stopped studying and going to college...can I get out of this..my parents too have anxiety...

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U ve a past history of depression and a family history of anxiety disorder. D last episode of depression had really lasted for very long because of which u were not functioning well for 3yrs. After ...  Read More

Im 28 years old female. I has anxiety and depression in the past i did take medication for it. I still get anxiety. Is it possible that in future if i get pregnant my baby will inherit anxiety and depression through me? Risks?

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Been seeing a counselor for a couple of months now. At first she diagnosed me with anxiety and social anxiety. Recently been talking about depression and we both think I have some depression(not severe). She suggests I try medication but I don't know what to take or how to convince my parents to let me take meds.

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Hi , let know from which place ur from? One medicine wud definitely help u to work on well-being along with guided sessions. U have to sit and express honestly with ur parents what u have been going t ...  Read More

I have been struggling with depression. Two years ago I was out on serdep anti depressants 100 mg and azor .5 mg. Last year I had a bad breakdown and the psych told me I was bipolar but didnt do any test. The medication made me aggressive and didn't help at all. She made my anti depressants less to 50 mg and took away my anxiety meds. Can I increa

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As per the history you have bipolar illness. Aggressive behavior with sertaline 100mg is switching over to mania phase. So currently depression phase need to be adequately addressed. Need to a ...  Read More

I have been diagnosed with schizophrenia, anxiety and depression more than a year ago. I have been on high doses of medicines My current medicines are Aripirazole 5mg, Parocalm 12.5mg and Ezolac plus I work in an office, I have difficulty in focusing and remembering Does the medication or my diagnosis affect my cognitive memory?

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Hi, there can be many reasons for cognitive impairment. Will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for treatment ...  Read More

I have been diagnosed with schizophrenia, anxiety, and depression, and I am currently taking prescribed medication. Recently, I have been experiencing low mood, anxiety, irritability, and difficulty concentrating. I have also had side effects including elevated prolactin levels, breast milk discharge, irregular periods, weight gain, and excessive s

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Hello mam ! Your symptoms of low mood and other depressive symptoms are negative symptoms in schizophrenia. After using higher doses for longer duration the antipsychotic medication will decrease schi ...  Read More

Recent from past 4 years I have been suffering from anxiety and depression. I am taking medicines am going follow ups through delhi one doctor female doctor is recommending them like olan 20 tablets also I have taken so I am gaining much weight due to them. Now it's arin 10 and obezave I m taking medicines daily. My doctors are recommending DTMS se

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Hi, will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for a second opinion ...  Read More

Are there any homeopathic psychiatrists who give a single remedy treatment as per classical homeopathy without any mixing for OCD depression and anxiety. Slow treatment is not an issue but I am looking for someone who doesn't mix remedies or give separate multiple remedies but one as per the classical homeopathy

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I have anxiety and depression symptoms like negative thoughts, overthinking, and poor sleep at night, my doctor psychiatrist have prescribed mirtaz 15mg , fostera 5 and panazep 12.5 mg, can these medicines cure my symptoms...

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I have anxiety depression problem Phobia of health illness Mane MENTAT DS SYRUP START KI HAI 5 ML MORNING 5 ML EVENING... Pls suggest me

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Hello, thank you for sharing your concern. Symptoms like anxiety, low mood, or phobia related issues need proper evaluation, as they can vary in cause and severity from person to person. In Ayurveda, ...  Read More

Acid reflux Lots of acid making in stomach Burning stomach Gas passes with smell Nd feel hot (fermanted) Feel like diarrhea but not its gas passes After stool pass burning till 30 min to 1 hour Bloating with belching Dizziness Nausea whole day (Morning terrible) After eating food or water not feel good. Headache whole head Insomnia due to aci

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You mention ' she'. Is it for yourself or for your wife/ some female. Age, weight, lifestyle, pre-existing diseases and medication as well as temperament needs to be factored in before providing treat ...  Read More

I had been taking Nexito Plus for four months for anxiety and depression, but this time I changed the medicine to Rexipra Plus without informing my doctor. Will this cause any harm?

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Why change?? Without consult your doctor.previous drug is also good. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I Am Single Unmarried, I have been taking Paroxetine 12.5 mg for the past 1 week for anxiety, mild depression, and premature ejaculation. I take it at night after food as prescribed. Since starting the medication, I have been experiencing: • Nausea • Daytime drowsiness (even after sleeping 8-9 hours) • Occasional brain fog • Lack of a

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I am taking paroxetine cr 37.5 mg from 45 days and still anxiety happens please tell me what should I do??

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Detailed evaluation of your symptoms are required.. ...  Read More

Health related issues, mood, swings, anxiety, depression, loneliness, no sleep at night unhappy, physically ill

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Ok are you having all these issues ? We need to work on them slowly Need to understand when it started what are the triggers and help you with counseling / therapy ...  Read More

Hello. I am seeking clinical insight into a long term functional and emotional pattern. I am 26 with chronic difficulty maintaining routines, employment, and goal directed behaviour. I experience brief motivation followed by prolonged avoidance and mental shutdown. Previous psychiatric treatment for depression and anxiety did not improve symptoms.

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Hi What you are describing suggests long-term emotional and mental exhaustion, where your nervous system has been overwhelmed for years, leading to cycles of brief motivation followed by shutdown, av ...  Read More

I have anxiety and some time depression in my life..I take ashvagandrisht 15 ml morning 15 ml evening ... Can this tonic help me my anxiety...

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Namastey Thank you for sharing your concern. Anxiety and depression can affect both the mind and body, and it’s good that you have started treatment. Ashwagandharishta is helpful in reducing anxiet ...  Read More

I am suffering from anxiety and depression last 6 years I am on medication if I tapper medicine I am back day one situation when I started medicine any treatment in ayurveda who can help me without addiction pls guide me

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Is medication required when tsh levels are 14? And t3 - 1.65, t4 - 8.03 levels, for an unmarried 28 year old

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Yes. Kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six. ...  Read More

I have anxiety problem last 10 years ... My bp always 130/90 Some time my heart rate fast due to anxiety... I have hypochondriasis My medicine Morning time fludac 10 Bed time olapazine 2.5 Just one months take this medicine.. Pls give me proper knowledge... 130/90 BP HIGH CAN ITS BO DOWN

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U r prescribed good medicine. 130/ 90 Almost normal. Yet Change life style n diet plan drastically first for two months it will be 130/ 80 or 120/ 80. Add walk regularly 40 min. ...  Read More

Im suffering from anxiety and panic attacks since 2011 till now i feel weekly wise whenever it hits me i feel i will die soon like i can't breath properly and i feel like my neck muscles hold tight my air pipe and that time i take breath very hardly and to breathe heavily due to this problem i can not go out side from home even alone not go out sid

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You should consult a psychiatrist and be on prescription as soon as possible because it is a management disorder that you don’t need to suffer from . ...  Read More

I am suffering from anxiety and depression and there are some questions which I keep on asking myself during this time . 1. Does this feeling ever end ? 2. People say don't take medicine as it affects kidneys. But we know you have to take medication for this. 3. Why I have mood disorders during this period? Sometimes I am very happy and sometime

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Hii Anxiety and depression can make your mind a battlefield one moment you feel light and hopeful, and the next, heavy and helpless. The truth is, yes, this feeling does end. It doesn’t vanish overnig ...  Read More

I need to come out from anxiety and sleeping pills.Is it possible? I am on medication from time and now want to come out.

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Hi I can really understand how much u are suffering and now want to be off medication. First of all what u need to know is yes it is possible to get rid of anxiety and subsequently the medicines. How ...  Read More

Currently I am taking antidepressants but the psychiatrist is not explaining things correctly and it is my right to know about my condition...he prescribed me paroxetine 25 and clomipramine 25 but both medicine is making me weak and sleepy...so I want to take bupropion 150 twice a day and clomipramine 25 in night as same and buspirone for anxiety b

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Tell your doctor about your condition, your medication will be changed accordingly. ...  Read More

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