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Lexapro comes as an oral tablet in the Escitalopram
By Andrew Yocum, MD
Corrected QT interval (QTc) prolongation is the most common
A fixed-dose trial of Lexapro demonstrated the effectiveness of both 10 mg and 20 mg of Lexapro, but failed to demonstrate a greater benefit of 20 mg over 10 mg [see Clinical Studies ()]
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9:20 AM (T+20 minutes): I am moderately nauseous, but it is not too bad
eliglustat dose to 84 mg qd; CYP2D6 INTERMEDIATE METAB: contraindicated if also combined w Escitalopram, the (S)-enantiomer of citalopram, is a highly selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
Escitalopram (Lexapro) is a drug to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder
Lexapro may cause low salt levels in your body
coordination problems or muscle twitching (overactive reflexes) racing heartbeat, high or low blood pressure
Safety of 80 antidepressants lack or loss of strength
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If the dose is increased to 20 mg, this should occur after a minimum of three weeks
If the dose is increased to 20 mg, this should occur after a minimum of one week
Additionally, Lexapro may increase your appetite, which usually leads to eating more and gaining weight
Escitalopram (marketed as Lexapro) is included in the class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
LEXAPRO prescription and dosage sizes information for physicians and healthcare professionals
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This can help you get the most out of your medication, while