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I have anxiety & depression what is the best medicin & how long the treatment to be taken?
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Many options: One of the best options to treat both is class of medication known as SSRI. You should speak to your primary care doctor or psychiatrist to get evaluated properly. Duration of treatment varies based on many factors. These medications have significant side effect, as such require monitoring during initial phase of starting drug.
Answered 7/26/2014
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