Suggest remedy for excessive drowsiness

Posted on Wed, 25 May 2016

Question: how can I get over being sleey and wanting to sleep all the time?

Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Need more information

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I am Dr Mittal. I have read your message. I think I can help you.
However, I would request for more details about your symptoms.
Please respond as soon as possible.
Best of luck. Dr Mittal

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Saumya Mittal (6 hours later)

I have had depression for years the medication I am worked for about 6 months venlafaxine and now I am tired all the time. Would this work better with an additional medication?

Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Wait a month

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your response.
I have read your message.
I think I should tell you that it takes 6 months for Antidepressants to take full effect.
So I think it is appropriate time to just wait in case the effects are completed.
The tiredness and drowsiness is frequently a part of depression.
I think you should wait for another month.
If symptoms persist adding another medicine will help.
I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information contained in this message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar