Hai doctor , Im taking sizodon 0.5mg and nexito 10mg , I had two attacks of depression while I was studying  , first one 6 yrs back and other 2 yrs back , l was studious nd used to get up early in the morning for studies , bt after this event I lost the drive to get up early and infact lost the drive for anything .but some how I managed to get through my pg entrance exam nd Im doing ophthalmology pg , bt Im afraid will I I be able to cope up with the hectic schedule here
Hi, It seems that you are suffering from recurrent depressive disorder and are suffering from depressive symptoms even at present. Next (Escitalopram) is an effective treatment for depression. Had I been your treating psychiatrist, considering your current state, I would have increased the dose of Escitalopram gradually to 20 mg/ day. I am not sure about why you had been put on soon (risperidone). I don't see its need as of now. I would also recommend continuing Escitalopram at complete dose (without reducing) for a few years, since you are suffering from recurrent depression. That will help in reducing chances of further episodes. All the best.