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title: "Medications for OCD"
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# Medications for OCD

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Not all patients with OCD will require medication but those with more severe or therapy-resistant symptoms are often treated in combination with medication. A class of medication called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), can be used to help reduce their anxiety, which in turn may allow them to be more responsive to therapy. Research have shown sertraline (Zoloft) and fluvoxamine (Luvox) to be most effective in treating OCD. Medication can be decreased or discontinued as patients learn skills to help overcome their anxiety on their own. Sometimes other types of medicines can be prescribed to control excessive irritability or anger that may be also be present. A therapist will not be able to prescribe medications (although they may strongly recommend it) and may refer the patient to a medical doctor experienced in medication management.

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This publication was written by the CPCMG Behavioral Mental Health Committee

Reviewed by: HB M.D., PL M.D. | 04/2024