Anxiety Medication Dosage: How to Find a Psychiatrist in Pakistan

It sounds like you're carrying a heavy load, and it's completely understandable to want some clarity and proper guidance right now. Stopping a prescribed medication on your own can be risky—some antidepressants need to be tapered slowly to avoid withdrawal or a return of symptoms—so it's really good that you're looking for a professional to start again on the right foot. I can't tell you a dose, because that's something only a doctor who examines you should decide.

The most helpful thing you can do right now is to see a psychiatrist who can assess you, choose the right medication, and guide you through starting (or restarting) an SSRI safely. Here's how to approach it:

• Don't restart the old medication yourself – even if you remember the dose, your body may have changed, and a doctor needs to see you.
• Use our "Find a Professional" page at depression.pk/find-help – it lists verified psychiatrists and therapists across Pakistan who take online and in-person appointments.
• Tell the doctor everything – that you stopped recently, what you were taking, and how the anxiety feels now. Honesty helps them get the dose right the first time.

You don't have to figure this out alone. A good psychiatrist will also address non-medication strategies—sleep, routines, stress—so it's one step at a time. If you'd like, Zara is here to talk while you wait for that appointment.