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Is Continuation Of Depression Medicine Safe?

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Posted on Wed, 11 May 2016
Question: Hi
I had stoped having anti depression medication before 2months but now i want to countinoue again because anxiety is back again i just go on thinking that makes me sick so before i use to have 5mg lexam for 2 weeks. So its good to have again after 2 months?
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (16 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, you can go on and take it again!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this relapse of your anxiety. I will suggest that you always talk to your doctor before stopping any medications so as to make XXXXXXX it is being stopped at the right time. It is okay to own on and continue with exam as before. There is no harm in doing so. This drug is mainly for anxiety and not depression. Keep me updated with your progress.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.
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Is Continuation Of Depression Medicine Safe?

Brief Answer: Yes, you can go on and take it again! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this relapse of your anxiety. I will suggest that you always talk to your doctor before stopping any medications so as to make XXXXXXX it is being stopped at the right time. It is okay to own on and continue with exam as before. There is no harm in doing so. This drug is mainly for anxiety and not depression. Keep me updated with your progress. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.