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Escitalopram Side effects

2018-01-15 19:28:26
I am suffering from social anxiety disorder and my doc has suggested recita(escitalopram) 10mg once a day.I have started taking it yesterday and after todays's dose,I have started feeling extremely excited.I keep on laughing and want to talk with every person I encounter.I have contacted more than 25 people over call within today.Is it normal to be over excited by escitalopram to this level.Should I continue taking this medicine or stop it?
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Rarely people on escitalopram might experience a switch to excess happiness state called mania where they might features like u had mentioned. Consult ur psychiatrist as soon as possible. U can also consult me online directly through the Practo chat option.

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