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Dealing with bad ocd, I'm taking citalopram 20mg and yes, No

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Dealing with bad ocd
JA: Have you seen a doctor about this yet? What medications are you taking?
Customer: I'm taking citalopram 20mg and yes
JA: Is there anything else the Doctor should know before I connect you? Rest assured that they'll be able to help you.
Customer: No that's all
Dr. Mark

Hi. I’m Dr. Mark.  I’m a board certified physician and happy to assist you. Sorry that you’re dealing with OCD.   Who is treating you?

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Customer: replied 5 days ago.
I'm currently being treated by local GP I am awaiting counselling

Counseling is a great idea. 

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a type of psychotherapy, is effective for many people with OCD.

The best medications for OCD are

  • Clomipramine (Anafranil) 
  • Fluoxetine (Prozac) 
  • Fluvoxamine 
  • Paroxetine (Paxil, Pexeva) 
  • Sertraline (Zoloft) 


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