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Why isn't zofran (ondansetron) working for extremely severe nausea/vomiting caused by extreme anxiety disorder? shouldn't it work? doc did prescribe it for that...

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Disappointments: Many people are disappointed by the effects of drugs given them for anxiety symptom relief. You might try another type and or some CBT therapy to learn skills to manage anxiety and understand it. It's not unusual - be patient - you'll find help and if you work at it, you'll master anxiety.

Answered 6/29/2016

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