Social anxiety medication issue

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I have social anxiety and so i discuss the symptoms with the doctor online ..firstly doctor presxribed franxit (0-0-1) which i take it for 30 days but i stopped the medicine bcoz of excessive sleepiness and tiredness ...but now doctor told me to start taking sizodon ls (0-0-1) ? Do yoy think does it work ? I need ur opinion

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Dr. Jitendriya Biswal

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Hi thanks for seeking help here. Social anxiety disorder is primarily treated with cognitive behavioural therapy than medication. I suggest you to start CBT sessions as soon as possible. Medications are used only when you having panic attacks else no use. Regards Dr Jitendriya

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Social anxiety per say is treated with anti-anxiety medicines. Small doses of sizodon ( antipsychotic) can also work but it can make you sleepy. I want to have more details about your symptoms to comment further.

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