Lexapro (Escitalopram)

Lexapro is use for treatments depression and anxiety. It perhaps as well be use for other terms as defined by your doc.

Uses Lexapro as send by your Dr..

    * Lexapro comes with an additional person information sheet called a Tablet Guide. Read it carefully and reread it each time you become Lexapro dressed.
    * Lexapro possible be accept with or without eat. If belly upset occurs, accept with meal to decrease belly annoyance.
    * Many weeks possibly pass until Lexapro achieves total action.
    * Keep to using Lexapro even if you feel well. No miss any doses.

Ask your physician any questions you perhaps have near how to uses Lexapro.

Lexapro is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) type of antidepressant. It running by increasing the activity of a chemical during the brain called serotonin, which assists to elevate mood.

If you miss a dosage of Lexapro, accept it as soon as possibly. If it is almost time for your next dosage, skip the missed serving and go back to your regular dosing graph. No accept 2 doses at once.

Keep Lexapro at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Kept far from warmth, humidity, and sunshine. Brief storage at temperatures betwixt 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Not keep during the bathroom. Store Lexapro out of the reach of babies and far from pets.

No using Lexapro if:

    * you are allergic to any additive during Lexapro
    * you are taken citalopram
    * you are take or have accept a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (eg, phenelzine), selegiline, or St. John's wort within the last 14 days
    * you are taken a fenfluramine derivative (eg, dexfenfluramine), an H1 antagonist (eg, astemizole, terfenadine), nefazodone, pimozide, or sibutramine



Seek your doc or doctor right far if any of these treat to you.

Some med terms possibly cooperate with Lexapro . Say your doc or pharmacist if you have any health circumstances, particularly if any of the following treat to you:

    * if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or are breast-feeding
    * if you are taken any prescription or without prescription capsule, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
    * if you have allergies to tablets, foods, or other substances
    * if you or a family member has a history of bipolar derangement (manic-depression), other mental or mood woe, suicidal thoughts or attempts, or alcohol or substance abuse
    * if you have a history of seizures, liver woe, serious kidney woe, belly or bowel bleeding, or metabolism woe
    * if you are dehydrated, have low blood sodium levels, or drink alcohol
    * if you will be having electroconvulsive treatments (ECT)



Certain PILLS CAN COOPERATE with Lexapro . Say your doctor if you are take any other medications, notably any of the following:

    * Fenfluramine derivatives (eg, dexfenfluramine), linezolid, lithium, MAOIs (eg, phenelzine), metoclopramide, nefazodone, selegiline, serotonin 5-HT1 receptor agonists (eg, sumatriptan), sibutramine, St. John's wort, or trazodone because serious side consequences, such as a reaction that can involve fever, rigid muscles, blood pressure changes, mental changes, confusion, irritability, agitation, delirium, and coma, possibly happen
    * Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), aspirin, or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory pills (NSAIDs) (eg, ibuprofen) because the risk of bleeding, incorporating belly bleeding, possibly be extended
    * Diuretics (eg, furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide) because the risk of low blood sodium levels can be raised
    * Tramadol because the risk of seizures can be raised H1 antagonists (eg, astemizole, terfenadine) or phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine, thioridazine) because serious heart woe, incorporating irregular heartbeat, possible happen
    * Carbamazepine or cyproheptadine because they can reduce Lexapro 's effectiveness
    * Clozapine, pimozide, risperidone, or tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline) because the risk of their side consequences possibly be raised by Lexapro

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

    * Constipation; decreased sexual desire or ability; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; increased sweating; lightheadedness when you stand or sit up; loss of appetite; nausea; stomach upset; tiredness; trouble sleeping.


Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

    * Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bizarre behavior; black or bloody stools; chest pain; confusion; decreased concentration; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; memory loss; menstrual period changes; new or worsening agitation, panic attacks, aggressiveness, impulsiveness, irritability, hostility, exaggerated feeling of well-being, restlessness, or inability to sit still; persistent or severe ringing in the ears;persistent, painful erection; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe or persistent anxiety or trouble sleeping; stomach pain; suicidal thoughts or attempts; tremor; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual or severe mental or mood changes; vision changes; worsening of depression.

Lexapro should be using only by the person for whom it is enacted. Not separate it with other people.
If your symptoms not improve or if they get worse, check with your health care provider.