Innovative OCD Treatment at Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry
Introduction:
At Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry, led by Dr. Danish and our expert nurse practitioners, we specialize in treating treatment-resistant Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Our approach is highly individualized, focusing on each patient's unique needs and considering them as a whole person, not just their diagnosis.
Research, including a review by Saeed et al. of eight key studies, shows that OCD, affecting 1% to 3% of the global population, often requires more than standard treatments like serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SRIs) and cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT). While effective, these treatments can be limited by availability, cost, and delayed response. Notably, about half of the patients do not fully respond to SRI therapy and continue to experience symptoms and side effects.
This is where our expertise at Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry comes in. We utilize both on- and off-label treatment options, often employing polypharmacy to achieve significant symptom reduction in most cases. The reviewed studies highlight various augmentation strategies adding additional medications to primary treatment particularly beneficial for patients who show poor responses to standard therapies.
Just Some Of Examples Of Combinations We Have Done In The Past Include:
Amantadine combined with fluvoxamine.
Ondansetron and granisetron.
Memantine with sertraline.
Tropisetron with fluvoxamine.
5-hydroxytryptophan alongside fluoxetine.
Pregabalin with sertraline.
A combination of fluvoxamine and extended-release methylphenidate.
L-carnosine as an adjunct to fluvoxamine.
NAC added to abilify and escitalopram.
Conclusion:
Our practice is dedicated to exploring these innovative treatment combinations to offer the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Begin your journey to an anxiety-free life with us. Visit www.phillyintegrative.com or call 610-999-6414 to schedule a consultation at Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry, where we unite families and healthcare providers in the pursuit of comprehensive, integrative care.
