I am 26 year old. I had a check up at 2016 and I was told I am having anxiety disorder illness and was giving medications which are 1: amitriptyline 50 mg 2: stelazine 3: then. As of 2017 a Dr. said it was mood disorder and increased the amitriptyline to 100 mg. And now a Dr. said it?s depression and changed the drug to paroxetine 40 mg. And still I am having the severe headache and all the symptoms I used to have.

Dr. Sabir Hasan FarooquiPsychologist21yrs exp

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Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Paroxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder (ocd), anxiety disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder. It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. It may take up to several weeks before you get the full benefit of this drug. It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when this drug is suddenly stopped. Also, you may experience symptoms such as mood swings, headache, tiredness, sleep changes, and brief feelings similar to electric shock. To prevent these symptoms while you are stopping treatment with this drug, your doctor may reduce your dose gradually. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Report any new or worsening symptoms right away. Paroxetine is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (ssri). This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore your interest in daily living. It may decrease fear, anxiety, unwanted thoughts, and the number of panic attacks. It may also reduce the urge to perform repeated tasks (compulsions such as hand-washing, counting, and checking) that interfere with daily living. Please contact me I may try to make you drug free.  

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