I'm currently on escitralopram and not doing great on it. I have been on it for some time, but I'm also under a great deal of stress daily (terminally ill hubbie) we have a young family and genetal day to day life.

My doctor offered diazepam 2mg (I'm too scared to take them) as I feel like due to my hubbies condition I need to be alert at all times in case I'm needed.

I have tried propranolol previously but didn't feel much benefit from it.

What can I try next that is likely to help with anxiety/depression, but not make me feel drowsy/out of it or pile on a load of weight (I'm already overweight)

Whilst i know that no pill will change life events, i just want to try and feel a bit better to be able to tackle what I know is ahead for our family.