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What Causes Persistent Insomnia?

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Posted on Mon, 27 Nov 2017
Question: What causes overactive brain that leads to constant insomnia. I got two hours of sleep last night. Now I'm having the same issue. I discontinued all medications two days ago due to side effects and successful psychotherapy. Previous medication was 300 mg luvox for ocd.
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Better not to stop these drugs suddenly.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
You were taking drugs for OCD, anxiety and panic disorder regularly.
These drugs are causing withdrawal symptoms if you stop them suddenly.
And most common symptom of withdrawal is insomnia.
So your insomnia is due to sudden stoppage of klonopil and dalmane.
Better to taper down these drugs according to psychiatrist's advice.
It is good that your symptoms were controlled with psychotherapy but you should not stop drugs immediately.
So your insomnia is nothing but withdrawal from your drugs.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Causes Persistent Insomnia?

Brief Answer: Better not to stop these drugs suddenly. Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. You were taking drugs for OCD, anxiety and panic disorder regularly. These drugs are causing withdrawal symptoms if you stop them suddenly. And most common symptom of withdrawal is insomnia. So your insomnia is due to sudden stoppage of klonopil and dalmane. Better to taper down these drugs according to psychiatrist's advice. It is good that your symptoms were controlled with psychotherapy but you should not stop drugs immediately. So your insomnia is nothing but withdrawal from your drugs. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.