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Is Escitalopram Effective In The Treatment Of Depression?
I have been taking paroxetine for over 3 years for my major depression disorder, 15 days ago i was in crisis and went to emergency psychiatrist she recommended seroxat and seroquel, today i had appointment with another psychiatrist and he recommends escitalopram, i dont know what to do
1. The choice of medicine will vary from doctor to doctor, and from locality to locality, so initially remain under single supervision and let your body know about the effects of the drugs prescribed and thereafter one can change/add or substitute a drug [in consultation with his psychiatrist].
2. Eat a healthy diet, stay away from caffeine, alcohol, spices, pickles, drink green tea, take apple, banana, dates, practice relaxation techniques like yoga, meditation, and Pranayam
3. Since drug therapy is generally only a palliative treatment, we have to look at cognitive and behavioral strategies and especially nutritional strategies.
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Is Escitalopram Effective In The Treatment Of Depression?
** Thanks for contacting with your health concern 1. The choice of medicine will vary from doctor to doctor, and from locality to locality, so initially remain under single supervision and let your body know about the effects of the drugs prescribed and thereafter one can change/add or substitute a drug [in consultation with his psychiatrist]. 2. Eat a healthy diet, stay away from caffeine, alcohol, spices, pickles, drink green tea, take apple, banana, dates, practice relaxation techniques like yoga, meditation, and Pranayam 3. Since drug therapy is generally only a palliative treatment, we have to look at cognitive and behavioral strategies and especially nutritional strategies.