Hi introm,

A doctor can answer this question in depth for you. So I would suggest to ask someone with professional experience.

I'm not a doctor however... but I'll share my experience. I *think* sometimes the medication can intervene and correct a chemical imbalance, which is why some people can take a therapeutic dose for some time and then discontinue the medication. However, this is not always the case and some people need the medication for a longer period of time (as is with the case for me personally).

I don't think recurring depression is necessarily the case, but it's something to be aware of. I just think some people have better luck than others. I find a combination of Therapy and medication works best for me.