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Can Rivotril And Olimelt Be Taken For Panic Disorder And OCD?
Brief Answer:
Continue medication and be in psychiatrist follow up
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Obsessive compulsive disorder is a psychiatric disorder and can be managed by cognitive behavioural therapy and medication.
In cognitive behavioural therapy, exposure and response prevention is helpful.
Drugs like clomipramine, fluoxetine, sertraline, escitalopram may be tried.
Role of olimelt and develex is for mania.
Yes it is safe in children in adequate dosage.
Look for any side effects and consult treating doctor.
Be in constant touch with your psychiatrist as long therapy and constant monitoring is required. Increase in drugs may be required depending upon response.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Neeraj Kumar
Neurologist
Continue medication and be in psychiatrist follow up
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Obsessive compulsive disorder is a psychiatric disorder and can be managed by cognitive behavioural therapy and medication.
In cognitive behavioural therapy, exposure and response prevention is helpful.
Drugs like clomipramine, fluoxetine, sertraline, escitalopram may be tried.
Role of olimelt and develex is for mania.
Yes it is safe in children in adequate dosage.
Look for any side effects and consult treating doctor.
Be in constant touch with your psychiatrist as long therapy and constant monitoring is required. Increase in drugs may be required depending upon response.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Neeraj Kumar
Neurologist
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