I have depression for about 5 years, still under medication. Taking mirnite 15, feliz s 5, melokalm. How long do I need to take this medicines.
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Only three weeks online psychological treatment with some medication will give you better results for the removal of the problem.
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Antidepressants require at least 3 weeks for the onset of their action. It has a slow onset of action but after 4-6 weeks you will experience significant relief of symptoms. It must be continued for atleast 6 months but depending on response it may be required for a even longer duration. Go for monthly check ups and provide feedback to your psychiatrist about your recovery.
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Hello Lybrate-User, It depends on the diagnosis of depression. If it is for dysthymia or for prevention of bipolar depression, it is long term. Otherwise, if you are able to use your coping capacities well, usually in 6 months for the first episode of major depressive disorder can be treated. Please discuss with your psychiatrist.
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5 years means persistent depression (long term depression), so most likely life long treatment. Prepare your mind for this. It is like treating diabetes or hypertension, so don't worry. But meet your psychiatrist regularly and don't take these over the counter/ self medication, as they need monitoring and regular blood testing to find if there are any untoward effects. All the best.
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