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Take 2.5mg zyprexa to slow racing ocd thoughts . also 50mg pristiq (desvenlafaxine). sedation side effects (sleep 10.5 hours). i exercise and watch diet. risks?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Risks: It sounds like you may be over-sedated with your medications, and you may need an adjustment in dose. If you're keeping your food plan contained and are exercising, the risks of weight gain and type ii diabetes are less than they would be otherwise. This could become harder to manage as you age. Avoid processed foods; focus on lean protein, veggies, fruits, complex carbs, healthy fats, etc.

Answered 4/17/2016

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