Starting a medication for your mood or anxiety can feel hopeful. But sometimes the medication does not help. Or it makes you feel worse. That is hard. You are not alone. You do not have to stay stuck.
Here, we explain signs to watch for, how care works, and how we can help.
Signs You Might Need Medication Management Services
You Feel Worse, Not Better
- If your mood or sleep is worse after starting a medicine, tell someone. Feeling worse can be a sign that the medicine needs to change.
You Have Bad Side Effects
- Some side effects are mild. Some are not. If side effects make life complicated, a doctor can help fix this.
You Forget or Skip Doses
- Taking medicine the right way matters. If you keep missing pills, talk to a provider. They can make a plan that fits your life.
Your Dose Might Be Wrong
- Too little or too much can both cause problems, but a doctor can check and adjust your dose.
You Want Help Stopping Safely
- Stopping some medicines too fast can cause problems. A doctor can guide you to stop safely.
Why Medication Management Matters
Medicine can help people with anxiety, depression, trauma, and other conditions. But each person is different. One pill that allows a friend might not help you.
Medication management means a doctor watches how you do on medicine. The doctor checks your symptoms and side effects. They make changes if needed. This keeps you safer and helps the medicine work better for you.
At Healizm, we take this seriously. We want you to feel heard. We want your medicine to help, not hurt.
What a Medication Management Visit Looks Like
Listen First
- The doctor asks how you feel. They listen to your story. They ask about sleep, mood, work, and side effects.
Check Safety
- If you have thoughts of hurting yourself, the doctor will help you get safe care right away.
Track Progress
- The doctor asks about changes since the last visit. Small changes matter.
Adjust the Plan
- The doctor may change the dose, switch medicines, or add supports like therapy.
Teach and Support
- The doctor explains what to expect and answers your questions. You will get clear steps to follow.
Common Medications for Mental Health
Psychiatrists can prescribe many kinds of medicines. Some common types include:
Anti-Anxiety Medicines
- These help calm worry for some people.
Antidepressants
- These help people who feel sad, empty, or slow.
Other Medications
- Some medicines help with sleep, focus, or mood swings.
At Healizm, our team uses evidence-based medicines that fit your whole story.
Side Effects and Safety
All medicines can have side effects. Some are short-lived. Some need attention. Tell your doctor about:
- New sleep changes
- Changes in appetite
- Extra tiredness or restlessness
- Changes in mood or thinking
Your doctor can suggest ways to manage side effects. They can also check if a medicine is risky for you because of other health problems or other drugs you take.
Keeping Up With Your Medication
It helps to make taking medicine part of your day. Try simple steps:
- Use a pill box or alarm
- Put the medicine where you will see it
- Link it to a daily habit, like brushing teeth
If you are still struggling, your provider can offer other options. They can find a plan that fits your routine.
Adjusting Dosage and Stopping Safely
If a medicine is not working or causes harm, do not stop it on your own. Some medicines need slow changes. A doctor will help make a safe plan to change or stop medicine. That lowers your chance of feeling worse while you adjust.
Working With Dr. Nahil Chohan at Healizm
Dr. Nahil Chohan is a psychiatrist in Brooklyn with board certification. She treats people with care and skill. She believes healing comes when all parts of you are seen. She mixes medical knowledge with real listening.
Dr. Chohan meets with you to:
- Review how your medicine is working
- Check for side effects and safety risks
- Help change dose or switch medicines if needed
- Explain how to stop or reduce medicine safely when it is right
She also offers a collaborative approach. That means you are part of the decisions. You stay in control of your care.
How Healizm Supports You
Healizm combines medicine with other supports when helpful. This can include therapy, breathing exercises, yoga, or meditation. The goal is to help you feel better in daily life, not just on paper.
Healizm offers regular check-ins. You do not have to face hard days alone. The team will help you problem-solve, track progress, and change the plan if things are not working.
What This Really Means For You
If you are feeling worse after starting a medicine, it is not a failure. It is a signal. It means you need a careful check. Medication management gives you that check. It helps keep you safe. It makes the medicine more likely to help.
You deserve a plan that fits your life. You deserve a doctor who listens. At Healizm, we will work with you, step by step.
Take the Next Step
If any of this sounds like you, reach out for help. You can call or book a visit with a Healizm provider. Bring notes about how you feel, what medicine you take, and any side effects. That helps your first visit go smoothly.
You do not have to wait until things get worse. Getting help now can make a big difference. You are not alone in this.
FAQs
Q. Will the doctor listen to me?
Yes. At Healizm, the doctor will hear you and include you in choices about your care.
Q. What if I feel unsafe or have thoughts of hurting myself?
Tell someone right away and get help now. The doctor will help keep you safe.
