Hi,
What you are experiencing is quite explainable. You were prescribed S-Vocita (escitalopram) 10 mg for anxiety/depression and Lonazep (clonazepam) 0.25 mg short-term to help with sleep.
Your sleep improved quickly because Lonazep works immediately, but S-Vocita does NOT work immediately+ it usually takes 2+4 weeks to start improving mood and anxiety.
Since you stopped the medicines after only 4 days, the underlying anxiety/depression was never treated, which is why after about 10- 15 days you now feel worse, low mood, and loss of interest. This is not a dangerous reaction-it is due to incomplete treatment.
Next Steps
• Do not self-restart or stop medicines randomly
• Re-consult your psychiatrist and restart treatment under guidance
• Usually:
S-Vocita needs to be continued daily for at least 6–8 weeks to show benefit
Lonazep is only short-term, not a long-term solution
• Counselling/CBT is strongly recommended along with medication, especially for insomnia and anxiety
• Follow up regularly to adjust dose if needed
Health Tips
Antidepressants do not work like sleeping pills. Stopping them early often leads to return or worsening of symptoms. Do not expect happiness in a few days- gradual improvement is normal. Seek urgent help if you develop suicidal thoughts or severe worsening.
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