Using lexamil escitalopram as antidepressant medication for post partum depression. Sufficient?
Patient: Hi doctor I am using lexamil escitalopram 10mg tabs daily, as an antidepressant medication, after I have been diagnosed with post partum depression, and is also undergoing therapy. Do u think that this is good enough? The other problem also though is that I have gained over 20kg while on this medication, and is a bit concerned about my weight. Do you have any advise for me on how to loose weight; while still on these antidepressants? Doctor: Hello,Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through. Escitalopram is a good drug and is mostly free of adverse effects. Weight gain is a problem with some. The best way to take care of this problem is aerobic exercises with food restriction. If problem persists then other option is to start on glycomet.Hope I am able to answer your concerns.If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you.In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link:bit.ly/dr-srikanth-reddy