I have suffering from ocd and taking medications (fluoxetine 80 mg) and sizodon 0.5 mg. I want to tell that my attention span in studies has been reduced .can I take adhd medication to increase my attention span?

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Dr. Shashankyrs exp

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Sir, there are specific indications for adhd medications a reduced concentration in ocd can be due to illness process as such please consult your psychiatrist regularly and he might be able to help you out.

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Dr. Tejaswi T Pyrs exp

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Ideally, no. But there are instances where stimulants are tried in few cases. I would suggest not to try them.

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Dr. P K Sukumaranyrs exp

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Only presnt drug is enough.

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