Pharmacotherapy for OCD

Pharmacotherapy for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves medications that help reduce obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. The most common are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), which increase serotonin levels in the brain to improve mood and reduce symptoms. Sometimes, other medications like clomipramine, a different type of antidepressant, are used if SSRIs are ineffective. These medicines typically take several weeks to show benefits and are most effective when combined with therapy. The goal is to help manage symptoms, allowing individuals to function more comfortably in daily life.