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I have severe mood swings and feel depressed. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have severe mood swings. I am also depressed. I prefer to have a monk-like life. I want to travel around the world. I cannot bear the pain of animals on the streets. I was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease six months back. But I have had mood swings for the last six years after the ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. In my opinion, a change in medication along with non-pharmacological methods is required. As far as medicines are concerned, I suggest increasing the dose of the tablet Nexito (SSRI) as the dose you take is insufficient. You can also discuss ad... Read Full »
What are the risks or benefits of taking pills like Natrol 5-HTP?
Query: Hi doctor,I want to know whether taking pills like Natrol 5-HTP and stress enhancer has any benefits. I have a bottle of 200 mg and I want to know whether it causes any respiratory disease like EMS. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is safe when it is taken by mouth. It can be used safely up to 400 mg daily for a year. But in some cases, there is a development of a condition called eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome (EMS). It is a serious condition causing extreme muscle tend... Read Full »