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How Long Does Etirest Take To Treat Moderate Depression?

Dear Dr,

I am suffering of moderate depression since 6 months and started taking antidepressants since 2 months,Doxedep 75 mg each night,but since I feel very restless in daytime another psychiatrist suggested 0.5mg Etirest 1 Tablet after Breakfast each day,it helps me in remaining calm,is it SAFE? How many months can I take it? When should I stop it?
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Hi,
Thanks for writing to healthcaremagic.

Yes, these drugs are quite safe to take. Etirest will reduce your stress and anxiety.

Mostly with moderate depression , you need to take this treatment for at least 6 to 9 months and when symptoms vanish completely we can gradually taper off and can stop drugs in 3 months or so.

But never stop your drugs without psychiatrists consultation.

Hope I have answered your query,
Regards,
Dr.Chintan Solanki.
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How Long Does Etirest Take To Treat Moderate Depression?

Hi, Thanks for writing to healthcaremagic. Yes, these drugs are quite safe to take. Etirest will reduce your stress and anxiety. Mostly with moderate depression , you need to take this treatment for at least 6 to 9 months and when symptoms vanish completely we can gradually taper off and can stop drugs in 3 months or so. But never stop your drugs without psychiatrists consultation. Hope I have answered your query, Regards, Dr.Chintan Solanki.