Medications, Psychiatry FAQ

Is This Obsessive-Compulsive Behavior? Seeking Help for Compulsive Questions

Is this obsessive-compulsive disorder? Hello Doctor, one day when my dad drove to see me, I waved goodbye to him from outside the car. At that moment, I noticed four people sitting outside a neighbor's house about 50 meters away, chatting and facing us. I thought they must h...

Dr. Li Zhengfeng Reply:
Hello: First, thank you for your letter. Patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) often experience recurring thoughts or behaviors that cause significant distress. Treatment primarily involves a combination of medication and individual psychotherapy. It is advisable to d...

Addressing Medication Concerns in Psychiatry: Insights on Treatment Options

Medication issues Hello, Doctor: 1. I seek consultation due to my lax self-management and lack of motivation to get out of bed each day. Currently, I am taking 18mg of Concerta in the morning and 0.25mg of Lendormin at night. However, Concerta causes emotional fluctuations, and...

Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
1. Seeking medical advice is due to a lack of self-management and a lack of motivation to get out of bed each day. Currently, I am taking 18mg of Concerta in the morning and 0.25mg of Lendormin at night. However, Concerta causes emotional fluctuations, and I would like to know if...

Understanding Medication Effects: Managing Mental Health and Side Effects

Hello, I would like to ask you about diseases and medication issues? In 2019, I took Risperidone and felt better. A year later, I switched to 803, and my mother said I still needed adjustments. The new doctor prescribed Olanzapine, which made me feel miserable. Then in October 20...

Dr. Xue Gengming Reply:
I recommend that you: 1. Discuss the above situation further with your attending physician, focusing on symptom management or determining if further examinations are necessary. 2. Consider seeking treatment from other medical institutions if needed. Thank you, and wishing you goo...

Understanding Military Service Exemptions for Mental Health Conditions

Military Service-Related Medical Certificate Hello, doctor. I have several questions that I hope to get your advice on. I have searched through various articles online but have been unable to find answers. Recently, due to my poor health, I temporarily suspended my studies and re...

Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
I'm not sure about the military service physical examination part, so I suggest consulting the psychiatry department at a military hospital. Dr. Wu Enliang.

Managing Sleep Patterns and Autonomic Nervous System Disorders

Adjustment of daily routine / Autonomic nervous system disorder Hello Dr. Hsueh, I would like to ask you some questions regarding my daily routine and autonomic nervous system dysregulation. I am a 33-year-old female with systemic lupus erythematosus. I was originally taking five...

Dr. Xue Gengming Reply:
We recommend that you: 1. Discuss the above situation further with your attending physician, focusing on symptom management or determining if further examinations are necessary. 2. Consider seeking treatment from other medical institutions as well. Thank you, and wish you good he...

Understanding OCD: Answers to Common Questions and Treatment Options

Please help me with my questions, doctor? I would like to share my experience with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) with the doctor: When I was in the first year of junior high, during a Mid-Autumn Festival barbecue, I saw a suicide prevention advertisement on the charcoal. At...

Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
1. Can obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) be cured or improved? A: Yes, OCD can potentially be cured or improved. 2. The doctor has prescribed me medications called Jian De Jing and Jian Fu. Are these for OCD? A: Yes, they are. 3. Am I really suffering from OCD? A: The diagnos...

Concerns About Mental Health: Is My Brain Function Declining?

I am very worried that there is something wrong with my brain? Hello, doctor. I am a senior student. Initially, I experienced anxiety, but over the past six months, I have been unsure whether I am dealing with anxiety or depression. I am currently unable to comprehend or retain i...

Dr. Wang Zhenbang Reply:
Hello, based on what you mentioned, here are the following suggestions: 1. You should have already consulted a healthcare facility. If you experience any discomfort from the medication, you need to inform your physician so they can advise you on how to proceed. 2. Adjusting p...

Overcoming OCD: A Journey Through Anxiety and Seeking Help

Please, doctor, help me? I would like to share my experience with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) with the doctor: When I started seventh grade during the Mid-Autumn Festival barbecue, I saw a suicide prevention advertisement on the charcoal grill. At that moment, I felt brea...

Dr. Yu Quanxun Reply:
Hello: It sounds like these intermittent physical discomforts and troubling thoughts are causing you significant anxiety, distress, struggle, and fatigue, which may have impacted your quality of life. It is commendable that you are willing to actively seek help for these conditio...

Overcoming OCD: Finding Relief from Intrusive Thoughts and Suicidal Ideation

What should I do if I want to find relief? I would like to share my experience with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) with the doctor: During the Mid-Autumn Festival barbecue in my first year of junior high, I saw a suicide prevention advertisement on the charcoal. At that mome...

Dr. Wu Menghuan Reply:
Hello: Q1. Will obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) get better? A1: For some individuals, OCD symptoms are mild, while for others they can be more severe. It usually requires a period of medication and cognitive-behavioral therapy. It is advisable to discuss this with your ph...

Understanding Medication Interactions and Mental Health Challenges

Psychological Counseling & Drug Interactions Previously, I didn't understand why, after a conflict with a colleague at work, I felt as if something inside me had broken. Since then, an inexplicable feeling has been brewing within me. At the start of work, I would feel an...

Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Hello, Xiao Hei: 1. You may not need to take medication for a lifetime; it depends on the specific condition you have and the severity of the disease. 2. Both medications are not addictive. 3. It is recommended to seek help from professional healthcare providers for better re...

Is Doxepin Safe to Use During Pregnancy? Expert Insights and Recommendations

Is it safe to take Doxepin during pregnancy? Hello, Doctor. I am currently 16 weeks pregnant. Before my pregnancy, I had been taking Doxepin 15 mg (one packet) and Escitalopram 5 mg (one tablet) for 2 to 3 years due to insomnia issues (difficulty falling asleep and light sleep). ...

Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
1. Is there any relation to taking Doxepin for 3 to 5 days when I was unaware of my pregnancy? A: There is no relation. 2. After I found out I was pregnant, I experienced excessive sleepiness due to morning sickness and did not have any sleep issues, so I did not take any medic...

Important Considerations When Taking Liyou: Drug Interactions and Dietary Tips

Precautions to Take When Taking Liyou (anxiolytic medication) Hello, doctor. I have been taking the medication Liyou for three days now, but this morning I took EVE pain relief (Ibuprofen) due to menstrual cramps. Can I continue taking Liyou? Are there any precautions I should be...

Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. The side effects of anxiolytic medications are primarily gastrointestinal symptoms, which most people can gradually adapt to. You can continue using ibuprofen; there is no conflict between the two medications. Anxiolytic medications are relatively safe and have no specific...

Understanding Panic Disorder: Symptoms, Treatment, and Concerns

Is it typical panic disorder? Hello Doctor, I suddenly felt short of breath in the middle of the night at the beginning of August while trying to sleep. I woke up startled four to five times, and then when I sat up, my heart rate suddenly increased, and I felt a tightness in my c...

Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. 1) The described symptoms indeed suggest the possibility of panic disorder, and these symptoms may occur frequently. 2) Medications such as Xanax do carry a risk of addiction. Therefore, it is advisable to discuss medication options with a psychiatrist, including your conc...

Understanding OCD: Questions and Insights for Effective Treatment

Please ask your questions, and I will do my best to assist you? I would like to share my experience with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) with the doctor: When I started seventh grade during the Mid-Autumn Festival barbecue, I saw a suicide prevention advertisement on the char...

Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Wei: The symptoms you described are indeed consistent with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Both pharmacotherapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can be effective in treating OCD. If you start treatment in August, it may take up to two months to fully realiz...

Understanding Bipolar Disorder: Navigating a Spouse's Crisis

My wife has bipolar disorder? Hello Doctor, I have been in a relationship with my wife for seven years and we have been married for nine months. She started taking the antidepressant Paroxetine (Paroxin F.C. Tablets 20mg) since the beginning of the year. Initially, she took one t...

Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. It appears that your wife is experiencing an acute manic episode, and hospitalization for treatment is indeed necessary. It may take more than a month for her condition to gradually improve. Her symptoms include inappropriate thoughts and behaviors regarding relationships,...

Understanding Delusions and Bipolar Disorder: Helping a Loved One

Delusions, obstinacy, bipolar disorder? Hello, doctor. My father had a history of depression and bipolar disorder several years ago. His condition had improved over the past few years, but recently, due to significant work-related stress, it seems to have relapsed. However, he do...

Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. If there are signs of an episode, regardless of whether there are delusional symptoms, prompt medication treatment should be initiated (over-the-counter medications are not appropriate). You can contact the hospital where you previously received treatment for an appointmen...

Understanding Withdrawal Symptoms from Ulotaront in Long-term Use

Issues with the use of Uledit? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing long-term insomnia, and I am currently taking magnesium oxide, Eszopiclone, Mirtazapine, Stanozolol, and Duloxetine. A couple of days ago, I ran out of Duloxetine for four days, and as a result, my mental state...

Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Hello Juice: Your discomfort may be due to withdrawal symptoms from sedative medications, or it could be symptoms caused by insomnia. If your pharmacy does not have Urethane in stock for your chronic prescription in the short term, you can go to another pharmacy or the pharmacy a...

Struggling with Insomnia After Stopping Lorazepam: Seeking Guidance

I'm not sure how to use the medication? I previously took Lorazepam for over three months, and stopping the medication has caused me insomnia for over a year now (I stopped after three weeks; I wonder if that was too quick). My symptoms of autonomic nervous system dysregulat...

Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Xiao: There are many causes of insomnia, some of which are related to anxiety and depression. However, prolonged poor sleep can make it difficult for emotional and physical states to recover. It is advisable to take the medications prescribed by your doctor with confi...

Understanding Side Effects of Psychiatric Medications: A Patient's Concern

Side effects of psychotropic medications? I have been seeing a psychiatrist for about a month now, and my diagnosis is "mixed anxiety and depressive disorder." Currently, I have follow-up appointments every two weeks, and almost every visit, my medication is adjusted du...

Dr. Wu Menghuan Reply:
Hello: The symptoms you mentioned, such as shortness of breath accompanied by hand spasms, do not seem to be related to medication. It is advisable to seek medical evaluation as soon as possible. Thank you for your inquiry.

Struggling with Insomnia After Stopping Lorazepam: Seeking Guidance

I don't know how to use the medication? I previously took Lorazepam for over three months, and stopping the medication has resulted in insomnia for over a year now (I stopped after three weeks, and I wonder if that was too quick). My symptoms of autonomic nervous system dysr...

Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Hello, Xiao Xiao: It seems that you are experiencing symptoms of insomnia combined with autonomic nervous system dysfunction. If you are concerned about the issue of addiction, I would recommend that taking an antidepressant may be a more fundamental solution. As for sleeping pil...

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