A member asked:

Dr i am having severe depression and using nexito plus....is there any side effects mainly in sex?? can i continue using it?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Side effects: dry moth, nausea, hunger, weight gain can occur from this medicine- sexual side effects can occur but not common;however, depression itself can cause sexual dysfunction.

Answered 5/25/2014

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Nexito effects: It is likely that your severe depression is contributed by your Hypothyroidism. It causes fatigue and weight gain which can lead to decreased sexual desire. Nexito(Escitalopram) sexual side effects may be- decreased libido and Anorgasmia. Discuss with Psychiatrist: •Diagnosis •Benefits and side effects of Nexito, •Decreasing the dose; •Follow up for Hypothyroidism •Therapy for stresses

Answered 6/1/2017

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