Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi
Psychiatry
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Hello doctor,
I have been suffering from OCD and social anxiety since I was ten years old. Today, I went to a psychiatrist, and she asked me to have a medication, which is a sertraline medication. She said that she was going to give me another tablet that contained sertraline, too. But she said she would give me the old one itself. My question is, both of them are sertraline medications, so what is the difference between these two? Are they from the same group called sertraline? Which one is better, and is it good for social anxiety or not?
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I can understand your problem and situation.
Both are the same. There is no difference. Sometimes, there is a difference in efficacy due to company quality. If there is a standard company, then it may have good quality and effect. Yes, it will surely help you with your anxiety. I suggest you also follow the below lifestyle to deal with your problem. It will reduce your need for medication:
1. Exercise 30 to 45 minutes daily, like at least going for a walk.
2. Practice meditation for 20 minutes daily. It will help you relax and reduce anger outbursts.
3. Eat healthy, home-cooked foods, and avoid junk foods.
4. Drink enough water.
5. Spend quality time with friends and family daily or do video calls if you are living away from your family.
6. Spend time on hobbies like reading good books, writing journals, and creative hobbies like painting, drawing, and learning new skills, language, or musical instruments.
7. Sleep for 7 to 8 hours daily.
8. Avoid tobacco, alcohol, or any substance abuse.
Also, I suggest you get these laboratory tests done:
I hope that you get your answer.
Please let me know if you want some help.
Thank you.
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