Hello, Thanks for writing to Health Care magic, I am Dr , Muhammad Ahmad , I have read your question closely, I understand your concern and will be helping you with your health related problem. There is always side effects related to evry drug, escitalopram is not shown to have any major side effects i would suggest you to use it as your dr prescribed and you can discuss with your doctor when to stop using it in follow up visits. Regarding stomach even if there are ulcers caused by stress they can be cured with simple housejold lifestyle modifications and simple OTC drugs seldome having to use prescription drugs. 1) Avoid coffee, caffeine, Fizzy drinks , junk food, smoking, alcohol (What ever is relevant). 2) Take small multiple meals instead of few larger ones. 3) Drink much fluids. 4) Use fruits and vegetables more than meat. 5) Use fiber diet like fruits vegetables whole grain bread and fiber supplements if needed. 6) Stay physically active. 7) If you are over weight reduce it. 8) After trying out all these measure you can use syrup gaviscon thrice a day this will keep a check at your gut PH. I hope this answered your question, If you have more queries I am happy to answer you. Regards. Dr.Muhammad Ahmad