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Is ocd treatable via medication (faverin) temporarly ? or will it be totally cured after you stop it ? is it like adhd medications? instantly workin?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No, not instantly: Faverin and other ssri's require at least 4-6 weeks -- and often longer -- for therapeutic effect with ocd. It can help manage but not cure symptoms. They may return after you taper off and stop the drug. Faverin does not work instantly.

Answered 2/11/2015

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Dr. Anthony Vertino answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

2 to 6 weeks: Most medications for ocd take 2 to 6 weeks to reach a therapeutic dose level after some adjustments. It is not an instantaneous effect, nor does the medication cure anything.

Answered 5/14/2016

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