Descriptions Escitalopram is used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
WEEKS MONTHS Initial effect Full effect Drug Facts Common Brands Lexapro Drug Class SSRI Controlled Substance Classification Not a controlled medication Generic Status Lower-cost
Do not start taking escitalopram during the 14 days after you stop a MAO inhibitor
Drug Images What is Lexapro? If you have anxiety or depression, your doctor may prescribe Lexapro for you
Find out how escitalopram treats depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic attacks, and how to take it
Although it is rare, Lexapro may cause severe allergic reactions, which can result in: trouble breathing
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Lexapro is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder
Keep in mind that you may need to try several different antidepressants to find the right option for you, and even then, it can take 2 or 3 weeks to see an initial improvement
6 For adults with depression, SAD, GAD, and OCD: The normally recommended dose of Cipralex is 10 mg (10 drops) taken as one daily dose
How long does Lexapro take to work? After starting Lexapro treatment, it may take several weeks for the symptoms of your condition to ease
You may be able to lower your total cost by filling a greater quantity at one time
Both Celexa and Lexapro may be used off-label to treat other conditions; Celexa is only available in tablet form whereas Lexapro is available in both tablet and liquid form; The equivalent dose of Lexapro is approximately half of that of Celexa
Teenagers who will be taking it for a long time should have their weight and growth measured on a regular basis
Escitalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor SSRI antidepressant
Wait 14 days after stopping escitalopram before you start taking a MAO inhibitor
Your GP might recommend reducing your dose of escitalopram gradually over several weeks
There is also a danger that alcohol may increase the risk for Lexapro-related side effects
More serious side effects of Lexapro are rare