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Lexapro is an antidepressant that is the newest
member of the family of medications known as selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitors (SSRIs). Lexapro was developed by isolating a part of the
CELEXATM (citalopram HBr) molecule, known as an isomer. As a result,
Lexapro is able to provide effective and well-tolerated therapy for
depressed patients. Lexapro helps to restore the brain's chemical balance
by increasing the available supply of serotonin, a substance in the brain
believed to influence mood.
Lexapro, escitalopram |
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Lexapro |
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Lexapro |
30 - 10 mg Tablets |
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Lexapro |
60 - 10 mg Tablets |
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Lexapro |
90 - 10 mg Tablets |
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Lexapro |
30 - 20 mg Tablets |
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Lexapro |
60 - 20 mg Tablets |
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Lexapro |
90 - 20 mg Tablets |
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Medication Lexapro Side Effects:
Lexapro is
well tolerated by most people. The most commonly reported side
effects of Lexapro are nausea, insomnia, problems with
ejaculation, somnolence, increased sweating, and fatigue. Most
of the side effects experienced by patients taking Lexapro are
mild to moderate and go away with continued treatment, and
usually do not cause patients to stop taking Lexapro. Although
changes in sexual desire, sexual performance, and sexual
satisfaction may occur while a person experiences a depression
episode, they may also be a consequence of treatment with SSRI
therapies. Reliable estimates of changes in sexual behavior
related to medication are difficult to obtain, because patients
and physicians are often reluctant to discuss them. In clinical
trials, a low percentage of patients taking Lexapro have
reported sexual side effects, primarily ejaculatory delay in
men. If you have questions about sexual dysfunction, speak with
your healthcare professional or doctor.
Precautions on using Lexapro
Do not
stop taking Lexapro without first talking to your doctor. It may
take several weeks for you to start feeling better.
- Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Lexapro may cause dizziness. If you
experience dizziness, avoid these activities.
- Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and
dizziness while taking escitalopram or affect your condition.
Medication Lexapro Drug Interaction:
Lexapro
can be taken with most other medications except another family
of antidepressants called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).
Lexapro and MAOIs should not be taken together or within 14 days
of each other. As with other SSRIs, caution is indicated in
taking Lexapro with tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs). Before you
begin taking Lexapro, make sure to tell your healthcare
professional or doctor if you are taking any other medications,
including over-the-counter medications, herbal remedies, diet
supplements, etc.
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