It depends upon the case. Generally for depressive disorder 6-9 months of treatment is must, but for psychotic disorders medicines have to be continued sometimes even for a life long period.
Every medicines have some side effects, be it psychotropic’s or some others, but Psychiatrists choose the medicines judiciously, so that side effects can be minimized. To control manifestations of psychiatric problems we must give the medicines and need not worry about side effects.
If the symptoms are mild then sometimes patients can be managed with counselling or Psychotherapies only without giving medicines. But medicines are required if symptoms are severe. Most of the cases require medicines as well as counselling.
Yes, prior appointment can be done through our help-line number (9051503332), but still appointment is only confirmed when a patient or client reports to the reception of a respective clinics within 30 minutes of a time given for the appointment.