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Hi... i want to ask about my medicine that iam taking which is escitalopram because i notice that i have some problem such as insomnia, mood changes?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

These are potential: Side effects of escitalopram. Please let your psychiatrist or prescribing medical provider know.

Answered 2/22/2014

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Discuss w/ Dr: Side effects need to be reported to the doctor who prescribed. Those are not common ones, but the doctor needs to know and if you should stop - needs to monitor your withdrawal. Failure to stop carefully can be quite risky. Your therapist may be helpful with these symptoms too. Good luck.

Answered 2/20/2014

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Call your prescriber: Escitalopram is an ssri, usually taken once a day. It can take several weeks before one feels better. If it makes you sleepy, try taking it at night. If you tried this and had insomnia, or if your mood is worse, you may need to try a different antidepressant. It's important to talk with your prescriber before changing when you take this med, stopping it or trying a different antidepressant.

Answered 2/22/2014

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