Why would the initial mood-boosting effects of Prothiaden (dosulepin) and Nexito (escitalopram) fade after a few weeks, and is it safe or clinically effective to intermittently stop and restart these medications to recapture that brief benefit? Additionally, how does self-adjusting the prescribed dose of Prothiaden from 75 mg to 25 mg impact its overall efficacy? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Why would the initial mood-boosting effects of Prothiaden (dosulepin) and Nexito (escitalopram) fade after a few weeks, and is it safe or clinically effective to intermittently stop and restart these medications to recapture that brief benefit? Additionally, how does self-adjusting the prescribed dose of Prothiaden from 75 mg to 25 mg impact its overall efficacy?

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Why would the initial mood-boosting effects of Prothiaden (dosulepin) and Nexito (escitalopram) fade after a few weeks, and is it safe or clinically effective to intermittently stop and restart these medications to recapture that brief benefit? Additionally, how does self-adjusting the prescribed dose of Prothiaden from 75 mg to 25 mg impact its overall efficacy?

Asked by Male, 45 · 1 month ago

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

1 month ago

What you experienced early on was likely a temporary chemical shift, but escitalopram (Nexito) and dosulepin (Prothiaden) actually need several weeks of consistent use to fully stabilize your brain chemistry and work effectively. Stopping and restarting these medications is not safe or effective; it can destabilize your mood and cause uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. Similarly, reducing your dosulepin dose from 75 mg to 25 mg without medical guidance lowers the medicine to a level that may not treat your symptoms effectively. Please discuss these changes with your doctor so they can safely adjust your treatment plan.

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Why would the initial mood-boosting effects of Prothiaden (dosulepin) and Nexito (escitalopram) fade after a few weeks, and is it safe or clinically effective to intermittently stop and restart these medications to recapture that brief benefit? Additionally, how does self-adjusting the prescribed dose of Prothiaden from 75 mg to 25 mg impact its overall efficacy?

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