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What Are The Side Effects Of Nexito 5?
hi! i have been self-harming for the last two and a half years and i also suffer from social anxiety disorder. recently i have tried to stop cutting because of which my i have started experiencing sudden anger out outbursts. is it a withdrawal symptom? my psychiatrist has prescribed Nexito 5 mg for anxiety. i am feeling extremely drowsy becuase of this medicine which is affecting my studies.what should i do? also can you tell me about the other side effects of nexito 5?
Thu, 29 Oct 2020
Hi,
Nexito 5 tablet contains escitalopram oxalate. It is a type of anti-depressant known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used to treat depression and other mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder. If you stop taking this medication suddenly, you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances etc.
Side effects of Nexito are nausea, vomiting, fatigue, weakness, sleepiness, increased sweating, decreased libido, delayed ejaculation, delayed orgasms in women, flatulence, anorexia, joint pain, diarrhea, dry mouth, confusion, convulsions, palpitations, decreased urine output, dizziness, drowsiness, allergic reactions etc.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Zubayer Alam, General & Family Physician
Nexito 5 tablet contains escitalopram oxalate. It is a type of anti-depressant known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used to treat depression and other mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder. If you stop taking this medication suddenly, you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances etc.
Side effects of Nexito are nausea, vomiting, fatigue, weakness, sleepiness, increased sweating, decreased libido, delayed ejaculation, delayed orgasms in women, flatulence, anorexia, joint pain, diarrhea, dry mouth, confusion, convulsions, palpitations, decreased urine output, dizziness, drowsiness, allergic reactions etc.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Zubayer Alam, General & Family Physician
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