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I have been taking anxiety pills over a year n it worked fine . but now im them and it wont work on my body like it ust to.why?could i b pregnant? or?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Sometimes: medications loose their effectiveness after a period of time. See your doc for evaluation and possible adjustment or change of meds. Peace and good health.

Answered 6/11/2014

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A member asked:

I have been taking anxiety pills over a year n it worked fine . but now im them and it wont work on my body like it ust to.why?could i b pregnant? or?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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