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A member asked:
What are all the meds effective for treating ocd? my dr prescribed anafranil but its not covered by my insurance. i really thought it was what i need
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OCD: Please ask your doc about using a different anti-depressant. Also, see a clinical psychologist who specializes in OCD. There are very specific psychological treatments for it. Peace and good health.
Answered 11/24/2018
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FDA approved for OCD: Meds approved by the FDA to treat OCD: fluvoxamine (Luvox), clomipramine (Anafranil), fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil, Pexeva) & sertaline (Zoloft).
Answered 11/24/2018
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