TABLE 2.
Side effects reported after the use of escitalopram for functional gastrointestinal disorders.
| (n = 51) n (%) | |
|---|---|
| Apathy, n (%) | 3 (5.88%) |
| Xerostomia, n (%) | 12 (23.53%) |
| Diaphoresis, n (%) | 7 (13.73%) |
| Abnormal dreams, n (%) | 2 (3.92%) |
| Flu like symptoms, n (%) | 6 (11.76%) |
| Weight loss, n (%) | 2 (3.92%) |
| Weight gain, n (%) | 9 (17.65%) |
| Increase appetite, n (%) | 2 (3.92%) |
| Decrease appetite, n (%) | 1 (1.96%) |
| Headache, n (%) | 5 (9.80%) |
| Nausea and vomiting, n (%) | 11 (21.57%) |
| Numbness, n (%) | 3 (5.88%) |
| Sexual disorders, n (%) | 2 (3.92%) |
| Yawning, n (%) | 10 (19.61%) |
| Diarrhea/Constipation, n (%) | 6 (11.76%) |
| Palpitation, n (%) | 1 (1.96%) |
| Abdominal bloating, n (%) | 3 (5.88%) |
| Abdominal cramps, n (%) | 1 (1.96%) |
| Drowsiness/Fatigue/Dizziness, n (%) | 28 (54.90%) |
| Agitation/depression, n (%) | 2 (3.92%) |
| Abdominal pain, n (%) | 1 (1.96%) |
| Insomnia, n (%) | 3 (5.88%) |
| Involuntary movement, n (%) | 1 (1.96%) |
| Mood changes, n (%) | 1 (1.96%) |