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Was on pristiq for 1 year, got off, 6 months go by, i got back on it. same dose but for the past 5 days iv had nothing but panic attacks and severe anxiety. cant sleep, lost of appetite, cant go to work. can i stop taking it? only in system 5 days?
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Best to discuss medication with your Psychiatrist. If uncomfortable with your Dr. consult another for a 2nd opinion. Have a physical exam by a Dr. to determine if you have a physical illness. Consult with a Clinical Psychologist with expertise in multiple types of psychotherapy.
Answered 7/1/2021
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