Drug Uses
The antidepressant Lexapro is a member of the family of medications known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Lexapro offer advantages in the treatment of depression and generalized anxiety disorder.
How Taken
Lexapro comes as a tablet and a liquid taken it orally. It is usually taken once daily and may be taken with or without food. Take Lexapro exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Continue to take Lexapro even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Lexapro without talking to your doctor. This drug must be taken regularly for a few weeks before its full effect is felt.
Warnings/Precautions
Before taking Lexapro, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, have kidney disease, suffer from seizures, or suffer from mania or have suicidal thoughts. You may not be able to take Lexapro, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above. Lexapro should not be taken during treatment with citalopram (Celexa). Also, if you have had an allergic reaction to citalopram (Celexa), you may also have an allergic reaction to Lexapro. Do not take Lexapro without first talking to your doctor if you have had an allergic reaction to either medication in the past. Lexapro is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether Lexapro it will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Lexapro without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. Lexapro passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing infant. Do not take Lexapro without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one as directed. Do not take a double dose of this medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Possible Side Effects
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Lexapro and call your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment: -an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); -an irregular heartbeat or pulse; -low blood pressure (dizziness, weakness); -high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision); or -chills or fever. If you experience any of the following less serious side effects, continue taking Lexapro and talk to your doctor: -headache, tremor, nervousness, or anxiety; -nausea, diarrhea, dry mouth, or changes in appetite or weight; -sleepiness or insomnia; or -decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm. Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Storage
Store Lexapro at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of a Lexapro overdose include nausea, vomiting, tremor, drowsiness, dizziness, sweating, and a fast heartbeat.
More Information
Do not take Lexapro if you: You have a known sensitivity or allergy to any component of Lexapro.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This is only general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.
lexapro head itching side effects generic brand of lexapro compare lexapro to bupropion menstral bleeding with lexapro lexapro nausea lexapro and heart pain phentermine taken with lexapro how to take lexapro can klonapin be takin with lexapro side effect of lexapro lexapro pro's and con's paxil lexapro combining lexapro and ativan withdrawl of lexapro lexapro savings lexapro breast feeding side effects for lexapro 20 mg titrate off lexapro onto effexor patent expiration on lexapro lexapro for rls lexapro and nausea lexapro side effects message board antidepressants lexapro wellbutrin lexapro and depakote for bipolar depression history of lexapro does lexapro stop working does vallium confilict with lexapro can i take ambien with lexapro lexapro attention deficit disorder i can cum while on lexapro compare drug prices lexapro lexapro generic substitute lexapro 5mg lexapro while breastfeeding lexapro law suits can midrin be taken with lexapro lexapro or celexa lexapro side effects cramps adoption lexapro lexapro withdrawls info on side effects of lexapro lexapro safe lexapro crazy meds is lexapro available in generic form lexapro stop taking lexapro and orgasm lexapro dopamine urinary infections with lexapro difference effexor lexapro lexapro priscription medicine time to feel effects lexapro lexapro and benadryl lexapro and its side effects lexapro 10 mg take as directed lexapro leg pain negative effects of lexapro maximum milligrams of lexapro a day lexapro experiences 5 mg of lexapro effective lexapro ambien combined lexapro without a prescription usa seroquel and lexapro citalopram compared to lexapro lexapro paxil prozac zoloft hair loss and lexapro cymbalta lexapro ask a patient lexapro lexapro easy withdrawal stories what time should i take lexapro aspirin with lexapro lexapro during third trimester of pregnancy lexapro hair thinning take lexapro with food red sores in mouth from lexapro cloudy urine lexapro lexapro and ejaculation lexapro at doses avove 20mg daily losing weightt after lexapro head shocks lexapro lexapro bloating withdrawal lexapro lexapro dosage dose 20mg celexa the same as lexapro lexapro effexor depakote and lexapro resources for getting the medication lexapro paxil wellbutrin zoloft lexapro celexa prozac lexapro and liver lexapro and weight gain experiences lexapro tylenol anti depressant lexapro escitalopram ssri lexapro cardizem and lexapro interaction lexapro mania lexapro sleep walking lexapro off patent lexapro generic cipralex lexapro litigation does lexapro increase high blood pressure lexapro and cutting