I started taking antidepressants 4 years back. I took Nexito20 for 2 years(tried to stop for 3-4 times in between)earlier and finally stooped in 1 month time. After that I took it again coz my condition worsened after that. I stopped after 2 years coz I was having heat&sweat in body when I used to do anything even playing or watching movies at home etc.Again it's happening. How much it take for medicine to show full effects as it is 4 months again. Why am I having this symptom? Is it anxiety? Is it depression not completely becoming alright?
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Major Depressive Disorder. (MDD)
Due to constant stress your body and mind is not able to function the way it normally does. When this problem increases it can lead to the state of depression. It happens due to decrease in certain neuro-transmitter chemicals released in your brain like - Serotonin, Nor-epinephrine and Dopamine. Different brain and body functions controlled by these neuro-transmitters are affected that result in many behavioral and physical symptoms.
If it is not timely treated it can cause memory problems and suicidal ideation in future. It also changes your behavior, memory, attention and energy levels. It can alter your personality/ temperament and can cause social difficulties in your relationships, job difficulties at your work.
There are many effects of Stress and Depression on your physical health also like your immune system, gastrointestinal system and sexual function are all adversely affected due to depression.
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Depression and Anxiety are treated with similar medicines (SSRIs - in your case Escitalopram ie Nexito) as their underlying biochemical basis are quite similar.
Usually the medicines reach peak levels in 8-12 weeks. If there is not much benefit then it is augmented with other drug. We also assignment with CBT.
Please talk to your prescribing doctor about suboptimal response to medication. S/he will do some changes and help you. Also, s/he may enrol you for Psychotherapy sessions.
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