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Hi, Sir.i Was Suffered From Insomnia And Depression .so I

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Posted on Thu, 16 Jul 2020
Question: Hi, sir.i was suffered from insomnia and depression.so I consult my nearby doctor. He prescribed me escitalopram. But after taking this drug I have problem of delayed ejaculation during sex. So I stopped drug after taking it for a week. Is this problem temporary or permenant?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Soujanya (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
You can take another drug like vilazadone

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to ask a doctor service,

I have gone through your query and can certainly understand your concern towards your symptoms.

I understand that you are suffering from the adverse effect of escitalopram i.e delayed ejaculation.

But, nothing to worry you can start on another drug like vilazadone to prevent this side effect and combat your depression.

You can consult your doctor regarding prescription based medicine.

Hope this information would help you.
Thank you.
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Hi, Sir.i Was Suffered From Insomnia And Depression .so I

Brief Answer: You can take another drug like vilazadone Detailed Answer: Hi, Welcome to ask a doctor service, I have gone through your query and can certainly understand your concern towards your symptoms. I understand that you are suffering from the adverse effect of escitalopram i.e delayed ejaculation. But, nothing to worry you can start on another drug like vilazadone to prevent this side effect and combat your depression. You can consult your doctor regarding prescription based medicine. Hope this information would help you. Thank you.