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I've been switched antidepressants 3times in the past 3weeks. i went coldturkey for 4days in the middle. myhead feels weird&im dizzy will this go away?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Yes, but: The "withdrawal" effects will go away. Perhaps your symptoms are related to your depression. Discuss with your clinician.

Answered 10/11/2015

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