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Using medicines for psychiatric problem
Dear sir
iam using medicines for some psychiatric problem. Like Valprol cr, Olanex plus, Olapin plus.
However
With this i have side effects.... below...
1) hair loss too much especially in scalp area
2) skin blackening including face
3) stomach fat
4) interspersedly white hair(hair whitening)
Doctor told me don't stop this medication till i told.
What can i do ?
Pleases solve my problem sir ....please....
What i have to do ?
Tell me ?
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Hello,
Most of the side effects are present in the initial period of time or subside when dosage is adjusted and they are treatable. Side effects mentioned by you can be due to other factors as well. Do not stop these medication without consulting your doctor.
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Consult your psychiatrist and dermatologist.
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Ms. Juhi Parashar
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11 yrs exp
Gurgaon
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Hi Mam
Thanks for seeking help here.
Yes Valproate has these side effects. If it's bothering you ...then we can change that ...to another mood stabilizer.
Plz ask you doctor to do so....
If you need any further assistance in doing so...feel free to reach us in Practo.
Happy to help you
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