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Can rexipra 10 cause akathesia ... ??? I was started on 5mg for a week i dont feel so great with little but inner restless ness ... should it be expected ?
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Escitalopram which is a SSRI, increases serotonin levels in your brain, in the first 7-10 days after starting the medication, it is common to feel restlessness, uneasiness and gastric side effects. Gradually as your body gets used to the medication; the anxiety and depressive symptoms will start improving by 2nd - 3rd week onwards
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Akathisia is not diagnosed only with inner restlessness. There are other associated signs that needs to be evaluated to confirmt he diagnosis.
It is very rare to be induced by a SSRI like escitalopram. If you suspect then get it evaluated.
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