My wife used to take psychiatric drugs, fosters 5, mirtaz7.5, lonazep 1 for last 3 years. Now she has gained lot of weight, and very low libido, so she repeatedly stopped taking medicines. What should be done.
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Hello Friend, Good that you are seeking a help here. Just be aware that medicine are just one part of any psychic treatment as they help in controlling or suppressing the emotions. However, the actual root cause or triggers i.e the anxious or worrying thoughts are still unattended and without managing them, symptoms will repeat if medicine are stopped. Similarly depressive emotion and continuous intake of medicines impairs the appetite and digestive system which results in weight gain and other side effects. So it's better to adopt a non-medicine treatment plan in parallel with medicine to control or manage the thoughts using few mindsets changes techniques or psychotherapy along with few lifestyle changes, excersise, dietary changes. Also family members plays a major role in the recover process for such suitations. Feel free to reach me online for further evaluation to recommend suitable alternatives solution and counseling support to manage depression as well as weight loss through natural methods. Be positive. You will she will be alright soon.
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Dear Sir I recommend not to stop the medication as it can lead to a relapse of symptoms of depression. See her psychiatrist and have a detailed discussion about your concerns about the medications. There are medications options which are not known to cause weight gain and sexual problems. Your psychiatrist can review the medication and prescribe accordingly. Thanks Regards.
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