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I need help. i have tried stopping the use of antidepressants but i'm failing to?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Dr Supervised.: Reducing the use of Antidepressants must be done under careful mental health supervision. A psychiatrist or Psychologist should be the one to initiate and follow the process. Discontinuing antidepressants can lead to a resumption of the original symptoms, increased problems and even suicidal ideation. Please contact your prescribing Dr ASAP.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 12/6/2020

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Agree: Dr Kratzberg describes your needs well. You need to find an attentive psychiatrist with 24 hr availability team and a hospital backup if things do not go smoothly. Can be done!!

Answered 12/6/2020

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A member asked:

I need help. i have tried stopping the use of antidepressants but i'm failing to?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Dr Machanic agreed

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

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