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I take lexapro (escitalopram) for depression and feel that it doesn't help all my symptoms. should i consider another medication?

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Dr. Marsha Davis
Dr. Marsha Davisanswered
Internal Medicine 29 years experience
It depends: If you are having problems you should probably contact your prescribing doctor
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Dr. Donald Colantino
Dr. Donald Colantinoanswered
Internal Medicine 62 years experience
Yes: I would consider changing the medication if you've felt no improvement on it and took the appropriate dose. A psychiatrist is best qualified to evaluate and treat you for depression,however.
3.8k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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