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Medication Management services offered in Ellicott City, MD
Medications benefit many people struggling with symptoms from a mental health condition. These medications may be for short-term or long-term use, depending on symptoms and diagnosis. At Cecilia Medical Center in Ellicott City, Maryland, their team provides medication management. They can help you find the psychiatric medication that works best for you. To schedule a medication management appointment, call the office or request one online today. Telehealth appointments are also available.
Medication Management Q&A
What is medication management?
Medication management at Cecilia Medical Center refers to the use of psychiatric medication to help you manage your mental health condition. Psychiatric medication is one of the primary treatments for mental health conditions.
The team at Cecilia Medical Center offers medication management and therapy to help you manage your mental health condition. They recommend combining your medication with psychotherapy to get the most benefit, especially when your mental health symptoms are moderate to severe.
Who needs medication management?
During your initial visit, the team conducts a comprehensive evaluation to fully understand your mental health needs. They use the information gathered during this initial assessment to develop your personalized treatment plan.
You may benefit from medication management if you have:
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Insomnia
Medications are often prescribed when symptoms are moderate to severe. You may also benefit from medication management if therapy alone isn’t improving your symptoms.
What happens during medication management?
Your provider works closely with you to determine the right medication and dose to ease your mental health symptoms. The type of medication you need depends on your diagnosis and symptoms.
Your genetic makeup may influence the effectiveness of certain medications. Your provider may suggest pharmacogenetic testing to help them determine the best course of treatment for your symptoms.
Once you find the right medication, your provider works with you to find the most effective dose, and they continue care as long as you need it.
How long do I need medication management?
How long you need medication management depends on your diagnosis and symptoms. Some people only need medication management for a short period of time. However, if you have a chronic mental health condition, you may benefit from long-term medication management.
When you and your provider determine you no longer need psychiatric medication, they slowly taper your dose. Abruptly stopping psychiatric medication on your own may cause serious side effects.
To schedule your medication management appointment at Cecilia Medical Center, call the office or book one online today.