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2019-10-25 12:43:49
I am having ocd and taking escitalopram 40mg and having too much side effects like too much gas and unusual dreams. Should I reduce it to 20mg or continue taking 40???
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Dose reduction is not an advisable thing but you can consult a psychiatrist to either replace it with some other drug or adjust the dose
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Pls consult a psychiatrist asap

Answered2019-10-26 11:50:51

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Reducing the dose may not help in relieving your symptoms .you should consult your doctor to change your medication that doesnot cause these side effects.

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