- The dose may be increased several times over a period of weeks to reach the right dose.
- You may need to be at the right dose for at least two to three weeks to start to feel better. Â It takes longer to see how much your feelings improve with the medicine over time. Stick with the medicine to see how well it works.
- If you are not sure if the medicine is working, it is best to speak to your doctor.
Please See:
What happens when the medicine is gradually reduced and eventually stopped?
How long should you keep taking the medicine?
Table of early side effects of common medicines for depression