Should I take anti-obsessional meds only when I am feeling stressed?

No. This is a common mistake. These medications are meant to be taken on a regular daily basis to maintain a constant level in your blood stream. They are not taken like the typical anti-anxiety agents, when you feel upset or anxious. It is best not to miss dosages if possible. Having said this, it is unlikely that any adverse effect on OCD will occur if a daily dose is missed occasionally, and sometimes missed dosages are prescribed by your doctor to help manage troublesome side effects, such as sexual dysfunction (see earlier section).

The information is sourced from an article written by : Michael A. Jenike, M.D.Chairman.

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