Posted by BRC on June 25, 2004, at 19:15:53
I have been on and off SSRI's for about five years now to treat anxiety, depression, and OCD.
I was wondering how long you can remain on these meds. I have read and researched where the drug companies conduct clinical trials for only a peroid of months.
Can these meds be taken for the rest of your life without damaging the body? Is it safe to take these meds for the long haul? My doctor seems to think I will need the medication to maintain my symptoms for the rest of my life. I am only 28. I was wondering if anyone else has been told this.
Anyone who has any ideas or knowlege about this subject please feel free to respond. Thanks in advance.
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