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22m.put on 5 mg escitalopram for major depressive disorder.vit b12 deficient.should i start medication or wait for vit levels to rise ?

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Dr. Melissa Conner answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Start Escitalopram: It's important to start the antidepressant right away since it may take up to a month for it to have full efficacy. In addition to the escitalopram take the vitamin B12 supplement. Both agents may help any depressive symptoms you may be having.

Answered 6/24/2014

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