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DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY

WHAT IS THE BEST DRUG FOR DEPRESSION AND  ANXIETY.
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There are a few very good optoins out there. I am on amitritypline and I find that it works amazingly well. It causes a little nausea and dizziness when you're first on it, however, and it makes me feel very tired so I take it at night. A friend of mine is on Prozac, which works awesome for her. When coupled with some other drugs, it can make you hear voices, I know she had that problem.

Of course, make sure you talk to your psychiatrist and determine if you really need medication or if you can go without it. Many people medicate without a second opinion. Most don't even need the medication, they can go through other forms of therapy.

Best of luck!

~ Em
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2064754 tn?1333375663
have you ever tryed cymbalta? my doc wants me to try it, but  i have heard the withdrawal  is very bad. i also take meds for atrial premature contractions, my biggest fear is my heart will start skipping.
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There are different types and classes of medication that people are prescribed for anxiety and depression.  There are faster actiing meds like Xanax and Ativan that are used on an as needed basis and are usually prescribed more short term and then there are medications like Zoloft and Prozac (SSRIs) that are prescribed more long term and taken on a regular basis.  While these are only two types, there are also multiple other classes of medications that are used in the treatment of both.

Whether or not to use medication is definitely a personal choice and not everyone chooses to do so.  In my opinion, one must weigh the benefits vs. the risks of choosing to take them.  I chose to be prescribed medication and for me, it was the correct decision in my opinion.  Combined with counseling, it helped me to confront and deal with my anxiety and depression.  

Keep us posted!
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