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What is the best medicine i can buy that will help with anxietys/social phobia? i'm in the uk.anything that i can buy that isn't prescribed?
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Sour cherry extract: Montmorency cherries (from Northern Michigan) contain natural melatonin and can be helpful for anxiety
Answered 5/3/2015
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Anxiety: There really is no such thing as a "best" med for anything. There's only that particular medication that you just so happen to respond well to, and in the correct dosage. I would also suggest finding a reputable psychotherapist who specializes in anxiety disorders and social phobia.
Answered 3/18/2017
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Ask the pharmacist: for an SSRI.Prozac, (fluoxetine)and meds chemically similar,R the best tolerated,non addicting, most generally effective for this problem.They take a few weeks to reach maximum effect.Most common side effect is sexual dysfunctionand there is a problem with "poop out" after several months,but they can be lifechanging.Good luck
Answered 4/6/2015
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