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My doctor prescribed me to take nexito 10 at night but after taking it I m unable to sleep...can I switch it to morning at my own or I should take it in night...I asked the doctor but her answer remains the same...now I m confused what to do...I m unable to sleep ... should I take it in morning after breakfast???
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Take in daytime after breakfast
If sleep is impaired take some cover up medicine for 3-5 days at night
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Yes you should take it,after breakfast
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If you are not getting sleep from nexito there are alternative antidepressant medicines which takes care of specifically sleep issues along with depressive symptoms..you can go for another psychiatrist consultation to treat your sleep issue cause sleep difficulty can lead to worsening of your depressive symptoms
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Take 5mg day time for few days, first 10 days and then 10mg in the morning. Was your doctor a psychiatrist?
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Dr. Indraja Sharma
Psychiatrist
7 yrs exp
Kota
Yes. If Nexito 10 is causing insomnia, it’s safe and common to shift it to morning after breakfast. Initial sleep disturbance can happen with SSRIs and usually settles in 1–2 weeks. If insomnia persists, a short-term night-time sleep aid may be needed—discuss with your doctor.
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Dr. Seujee Goswami
Psychiatrist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Nexito 10 (escitalopram) can sometimes cause initial sleep disturbance or restlessness, especially during the first few weeks. While it is commonly prescribed at night, some people tolerate it better when taken in the morning. However, changing the timing or dose on your own can sometimes worsen side effects or reduce effectiveness.
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Do not change the timing or dosage without medical advice. Since you are experiencing insomnia, it would be appropriate to discuss this again with a psychiatrist for guidance on whether adjusting the timing, reducing the dose temporarily, or using an additional short-term strategy for sleep is needed. If your current doctor is not available or you remain confused, seek a second psychiatric opinion.
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Early side effects with antidepressants often settle over time. Avoid experimenting with dose or timing on your own, and avoid using sleeping pills without prescription. Maintaining regular sleep routines and avoiding caffeine late in the day may help while medication adjustments are being planned.
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