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Escitalopram, sold under the brand names Cipralex and Lexapro, among others, is an antidepressant of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class.[2] Escitalopram is mainly used to treat major depressive disorder or generalized anxiety disorder.[2] It is taken by mouth.[2] It is available commercially exclusively as the oxalate salt. Common side effects include trouble sleeping, nausea, sexual problems, and feeling tired.[2&a...

What is the proper way to get off Escialopram 10MG after taking it for 3 weeks? I am 81 years old. ## There really shouldn't be any major difficulties if you've only been taking it for 3 weeks and at such a low dosage. Maybe some minor withdrawal symptoms, but that's about it. Learn more Escitalopram details here. Are you experiencing bad side effects from it? You should double check this information, for your own health and safety. ## Thanks. I agree with your statement. Ben ## I have here a small white oval pill printed with ESC 10 on one side, but nothing on the other side. Is this a real Escitalopram? ## Come off of it very! Slowly and carefully. You don't want withdrawal symptoms which is terrible. Good Luck. Speak to your doctor as well.

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have bin told 4 my bi polar/post t s wud be efective but only wiv a mood stabilizer. all of these seem to turn me in to a fat slug! shud i take it on it's own??? shud i take a 20 dose wivout a mood stabizer as they all seem to pork me rite up and now that's depressing ## CELEXA isn't the weight gainer, I said before, the key is the doctor *, I have had drs ask me what I would like to be on! Time to go! When I admitted myself in the hospital in 94, they educated us, RESEARCH, everything, In a library, MED. Encyclopedia, I the drugs, the doctor online, I do that, for every drug put medical/ In front of a drug, I n u will get the Dr explanation most likely. Remember, u don't have to be intimidated into staying with a Dr that just doesn't feel right. Adele

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white, round, 20mg tablets. Depression?? ## just was given cipralex to try for depression and anxiety - been on zoloft, effexor then prestiq - just wondered if anyone has had any good results ## I have been taking Lexam for approx 4 mths and found it to be far better than Zoloft or the mulitude of others I've been put on in the past. As I'm single I can't comment on any issues with Libido, something that it definitely affected by Zoloft, but I can say that it definitely makes it easier to get up each day. I sleep less (unlike when on Endep) and have more energy than before. I've had no issues with weight gain for once. If anything I've lost a little because I'm not gorging myself with comfort foods. I hope it works as well for you. ## Escitalopram is used to trea...

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antidepressant ## Escitalopram is an SSRI antidepressant. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and dry mouth. Read more: Do you have any questions? ## I did not get my periods this month and 2 months ago I had depression and it was discovered that i have low astrogen level lessthan 35%. and they putme on Lexamil 25mg and wellburtinXL 300 can this be the cause for not menstruating

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I took 80mg brand name Lexapro for several years and it was a great experience. I had no adverse side effects besides it keeping me a bit more on the manic side, but i liked that. Dare i say i felt as close to happy as i ever had. During some difficult financial times my doc suggested i try the much cheaper Celexa (citalopram) which he claimed was absolutely interchangeable with Lexapro. It wasn't. It didn't do a godamn thing for me. I gave it a couple months then asked for my Lexapro back, but again decided to go the cheaper route and get the generic. What a nightmare! Within the hour after ingesting 20mg of escitalopram i became violently ill. It creeped up with dizziness and a rapidly increasing heart rate, which got worse and worse until my heart was throbbing inside of my c...

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Started taking Trintillex. Had bad side effects and stopped too fast which caused withdrawal. Now my Dr. has prescribed Escitalopram 5 mg. How long does this take to start working? Or is Zoloft 5mg better to start taking? Thanks so much. ## Zoloft is for middle aged women going through menopause It depresses young adults and seniors ## Iam waiting for a response regarding my questions about is Zoloft better or Lexapro which is escitalipram. ## Joni, which one may help you the most depends on the specific symptoms being treated, as well as any health conditions you may have, and other medications you may be taking, so it is best to try the one that your doctor has recommended. For example, since Sertraline can cause weight gain, and Fluoxetine(Prozac) usually doesn't, my husband woul...

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I have been on Escitalopram 20mg for a little over a year. Now I am tapering off. Cut back to 10mg. My entire body is in pain. I have extreme headaches. I am nauseous and have very little appetite. I am tired, anxious and depressed. Is this normal? Especially the body pain. It's like If I am soar from head to toe. Help? ## Yes, those types of things can happen with such an abrupt lowering of your dosage. Rather than lowering so suddenly by half, usually it's normal to lower it very gradually, while having the person skip doses. What are you taking it to treat? ## Verwon I am taking it for Anxiety and depression. Mainly for depression since I am already taking Klonopin for anxiety. I am starting to feel better now but wow was it really painful physical and mentally. The body ache...

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Would taking two of the IG250 (10mg) escitalopram be okay? What are the side effects of doing so, etc.? I just want to know if this is safe? I've been so much more anxious! ## It can be taken in doses up to 20mgs, but you shouldn't adjust your dosage, without your doctor's approval. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been on Excitalopram for about a little over a year. I was feeling tired but I could not sleep at nights or take napes because my mind was thinking and thinking and i was restless and I could not stop shacking my legs because of the restlessness. All this even though I was exercising 5 days a week. I thought I was over doing it but then I took a break for two weeks and it did not help. I felt more anxious and angry as well as mood swings at times. Please help? ## Hello, Bean! How are you? Sometimes these medications can have the opposite of their intended effect in some people that take them. You'll likely need to try a different drug, because if such side effects haven't stopped by now, then they aren't going to. When are you seeing your doctor again to discuss the i...

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When shud we take Etizolam & Escitalopram Tablets and is it a sleeping pill? ## I have gone through angioplasty about 70 days ago .I was advised tab risovas and tab deplate a 150 ,and Etizolam and ascitolapram.I have come to know that theetizolam and ascitolapram is given to persons who are suffering with stress and tension .I want to know why this last drug was advised ,when i have no mental disorder ,tension or any type of stress.Please reply in detail ## @josephine F, Based on my research, Etizolam possesses sedative and skeletal muscle relaxant properties and is indicated as a short-term treatment of insomnia. It's not classified as a sleeping pill, but is prescribed for that purpose..but not as a long term form of treatment. This medication should be taken with food. Escita...

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I started 6weeks ago, for anxiety and depression. Just 5 mg knocked me flat, but after a week i was on 10 mg and able to get out of bed. After another week things had improved all round, and by three weeks i was feeling good, actually happy. I had agreed to stay on this drug for a year or so, but got really pissed off that it prevented me from ever having orgasms, so decided to quit without asking my dr....too embarrassing to explain. Am phasing it out very slowly now because of scary stories, had a couple of bad headaches and brain zaps, but so far better than getting onto it! Will drop from 5 mg to 2.5 for a week next. It sure helped me, but this is all too much drama, next time i will pop a couple of valium rather! ## Don't go off of it my friend without Dr. advice. I was on 10mg...

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Hi I've been taking lorazepam for anxiety and major depression for about 2 months. Now my doctor prescribed me escitalopram 10 mg in the morning and 10mg ubanol at night but I still can't sleep. Can I go back to Lorazepam? ## How long have you been taking the new medications? If you abruptly switched from the Lorazepam to the Escitalopram, and Urbanol, you may be dealing with some withdrawal effects, and it could take some time for them to taper off, so you get the full effect of the new medications. Escitalopram may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, mood changes, and weight changes, according to FDA reports. Ref: Medline Plus Escitalopram Urbanol contains the active ingredient Clobazam, The FDA warns that it carries the risk of being habit forming, and m...

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I have been taking Escitalopram And Clonazepam for last six months. What is for and how can it help in OCD? ## I HAVE BEEN SUFFERING FROM OCD SINCE 1999.I TOOK MANY MEDICINE E.G. SERTALINE,FLVOXAMINE,CLOPRAMINE ETC.STILL NOTCURED.ANY BODY HAVING EXEPERINCE IN TAKING ABOVE MENTIONED MEDICINE PLZ. REPLY ME.I AM AFRAID I HAVE BEOME DRUG EDDICTS OF CLONAZEPAM. REGARD SHABAB AN OCD PATIENT ## Yes, both of these medications can help with OCD, as well as anxiety, and depression. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, weight changes, mood changes, and headache. Is there anything else I can help with?

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has anyone had a reaction to the 20mg escitaopram made by aurobindo? i am trying to narrow down what caused an allergic reaction where my arms and ears and knuckles got very red and hot for over an hour before i took some benedryl. ## Hello, Jude! How are you? Those aren't symptoms typical of an allergic reaction. Has this happened before? How long have you been taking this particular Escitalopram? Are you on any other medications? The FDA classifies this medication as an SSRI antidepressant. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, mood swings and weight changes. ## I just started taking the Aurobindo Escitalopram 10mg tab a few days ago...have had a severe headache and just today, the capillaries in my eye burst. Why is this brand causi...

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I have a horrible cough and found some Cheratussin AC cough syrup in the cupboard... I took two tsps and then remembered that I am now on Escitalopram... Will I have any problems combining the two? ## According to the University of Maryland Medical Center (umm.edu / drug interaction tool), there are no interactions listed between Cheratussin AC and Escitalopram. This does not necessarily mean that no interactions exist, however, I have no reason to believe that the combination is unsafe based on my own investigation. Nevertheless, it's always a good idea to consult your prescribing doctor with any doubts or concerns before moving forward. Hope this helps! ## Hi ...my doctor which I dnt really trust but me on Escitaloprom 10mg in the morning and zopax 0.25 at night for anxiety and de...

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MY DR SND INSURANCE CO, SAY THERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE FOR LEXAPRO..I READ ONLINE THAT ESIPRAM OR EXIPRAM IS THE GENERIC FOR LEXAPRO MADE BY SAME COMPANY...WHAT IS GOING ON..IS IT REALLY AVAILABLE IN THE USA..LEXAPRO DOES NOT GO OF PATENT TIL 2012 ## Escitalopram is the active ingredient in Lexapro, which is traditionally used as the name for the generic medication when it is available, however, your insurance company and doctor are correct, it is NOT available, yet. ## Esipram does exist! I've used it before and it is just as effective as Lexapro. Its definately available in Australia. If its true that Lexparo loses its patent in 2012 then there wouldn't be generics of escitalopram available as there has been in the last couple of years. ## I take random drug panels for divorce/cus...

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Hi, Within 3 months i have to undergo chemo theraphy and the anti-hormoonpil.Breastcancer-had a mastectomy. At the moment I am taking Lexamil. Is there reason to get off Lexamil. Thank you Mrs Anita Fourie ## You should check with your doctor(s). Sometimes it may be necessary to stop other medications, but it depends on the specifics of your treatment and the risks involved and only your doctor will be able to advise you on this matter. For instance, if it increases the risks of bleeding, there may be another medication they want to give you that may make the risk worse. Do you know what drugs they'll be using? Are there any other questions or comments?

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I am on Lexamil escitalopram 10mg, ## Good day, My wife is on Lexamil escitalopram 10mg in the day and on Zopax 1.0mg at night. Can she use any alcohol with this tablets. ## Hi am on lexamil 10 mg for nearly 5 yrs. How can I do now to stop taking it ## Escitalopram is an antidepressant that is used to treat various types of mental health disorders. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, mood swings, and weight changes. Leon, no she should not drink alcoholic beverages while taking these medications. Shamimah, a slow taper would be best and your doctor should be able to help you discover what schedule is best for you. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Does this medication treat anxiety/panic attacks as a cure, prevention and treatment? ## Escitalopram (trade Names Lexapro, Cipralex, Seroplex) Is An Antidepressant Of The Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (ssri) Class. It Is Approved By The U.s. Food And Drug Administration (fda) For The Treatment In Adults With Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Or Panic Disorder. ... The side effect profile of escitalopram is similar to that of other SSRIs. For example, according to the FDA analysis of depression trials common side effects for the highest approved dose of escitalopram are insomnia (14% vs. 4% for placebo), diarrhea (15% vs. 5% for placebo), dry mouth (9% vs 3% for placebo), somnolence (9% vs 1% for placebo), dizziness (7% vs 2% for ...

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