Major Depressive Disorder Health Feed

I understand your concerns about medication safety, especially when taking multiple medications. Here's some general information about the medications you mentioned:

Fluanxol (Flupentixol): This is an antipsychotic medication often used for schizophrenia or other similar conditions. It can also be used in lower doses for depression.

Spenzo (Etizolam): This is a medication that is used for anxiety. It belongs to a class of drugs similar to benzodiazepines and has sedative and mu...more

It's good that you're thinking carefully about how to manage your medication, particularly when it comes to tapering off drugs like nexito plus (which usually contains escitalopram, an antidepressant, and clonazepam, a benzodiazepine). Here are some general principles for safely discontinuing medications like these:
gradual reduction: tapering off medication, particularly antidepressants and benzodiazepines, should generally be done gradually. This helps to minimize withdrawal symptoms. The ...more

Hello lybrate-user, this is deepiksha (psychologist) I read your concern. Wht I will suggest you to take the psychotherapy because the behavioural changes you are facing is not normal. Aap medicines ke sath counselling k sessions lijiye jiske andr therapies hoti hai taaki apke jo bhi triggers hai and issues h wo phle address ho unka cause pta chale ki ye anger and sleep problems q aari h unko apn counselling se kaise sahi kar skte h uske baad apko fark dikhega. Please take professional counselli...more

The medical drug which is present in above brand is escitalopram which has not shown significant interaction with pregnancy and can be taken during pregnancy if advised by your psychiatrist as per your clinical condition. 5 mg and 10 mg are the strength of the medication and final dose will depend on your clinical status and response to the medication. Contact your psychiatrist for further discussion regarding dosage.

Hello, lybrate-user I read your concern regarding your friend. She is going through a bad phase where she is facing some behaviour changes and recalling the past events which is leading to distress. So here I have to suggest you to consult a psychologist or mental health professional who will help your friend to get rid off this issue. A psychologist can apply the therapy which will help her in overcoming the problem.

For the tremor in your behind, it must be investigated since you have spondylitis, and may have nothing to do with your anxiety/depression. It seems that you overcame your depression for the doctor to take you off of the medication but the anxiety prevailed or has returned. That also means that your recovery has good potential. I suggest that you combine your medication along with therapy from a counselor. This combination will enable you to learn about your emotions and develop tools in the bar...more

Dear Megha,
Please answer the following questionnaire to know whether you need to be screened for depression and other medical conditions causing depression.
Brief Patient Health Questionnaire (BPHQ)
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by any of the following problems?
Please mark as 0.Not at all 1.Less than 7 days 2.More than 7 days 3. Nearly every day
a. Little interest or pleasure in doing things
b. Feeling down, depressed, or hopeless
c...more

I can offer some general information that might be helpful. It's essential to consult with a healthcare professional, preferably a neurologist, about your persistent symptoms. The heaviness and tightness you're experiencing in your left head for an extended period could have various causes, and it's important to have a thorough evaluation to determine the underlying issue. Here are some possibilities to consider:
tension headaches: tension headaches can cause a sensation of tightness or pres...more

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brahmi vati 1 tablet twice a day
smriti sagar avleh 10 gm twice a day.

You are likely suffering from reactive depression, due to external stressors. Discuss the same with your spouse if he is receptive and seek help from a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist for counselling. Good luck.