What Is Lexamil 10mg Used For

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Hi, please help. Is there any danger in splitting a Lexamil 20mg pill in half? ## What has your doctor advised? It is generally safe to do with any medication that isn't time release, except for in certain cases, where your doctor has told you not to, or there are specific warnings on the bottle or monograph that say not to do so. Learn more about Lexamil Details

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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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My husband takes Lexamil 10 mg for depression for 7days now. He just sits and stares and do not react to anything. Is there a natural or herbal replacement for this medicine. Its as if he has stopped living. Thanks ## Hello, Kotie! How is your husband doing? Is this the only medication that he's taking? Such side effects should wear off in a few weeks, once his body gets used to the medication. But it could be that this just isn't the right antidepressant for him and he may need to try a different one. Is this the first medication in this class that he's tried? Are you sure he's only taking 10mgs?

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Hi, I've just started taking Lexamil 10mg 2 days ago, for the first time. I found that it made me extremely sleepy and slowed my movements as well slurring speech and it feels as though I'm on a high. I didn't take it today and opted to rather take it at night. Would it still help the way it should if I take it at night? My Dr also said that it would make me gain weight (which I am happy about) but it seems to have decreased my appetite and I actually don't feel hungry. Will this change after the initiation period of about 2 weeks? Your help is appreciated. Thanks. ## I found that sleepiness was a side effect I experienced for the first month of taking it. I was hungry all the time and I felt spaced out. I halved my dose after 2 months of this and all the symptoms stoppe...

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What will happen to my baby newborn if I breastfeed and use Lexamil? ## Hi corrie, Lexamil contains the active ingredient Escitalopram; which can cause harm to the fetus if it is used during the last 3 months of pregnancy. The pregnancy warnings for this drug also note that one should not breast-feed while taking Escitalopram, since it is excreted into human milk. Apparently, there have been two reports of infants experiencing excess somnolence, decreased feeding, and weight loss in association with breast-feeding from a Escitalopram- treated mother. The decision to continue or discontinue either nursing or Escitalopram therapy should take into account both the risks of Escitalopram exposure to the infant and the benefits of Escitalopram therapy for the mother. The results of two case r...

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Hi! I am on lexamil 5 mg daily for a week before that wellbutrin 150 mg and 5 mg lexamil for 4 weeks before that wellbutrin 300 mg for 2 years. Weaning from the Wellbutrin because dr feels that it increases my anxiety, which is my main problem. Can these meds lead to alcohol blackouts? One minute fine to next minute waking up with memory loss. My memory is really bad on day to day basis. Also need to know will i pick up weight with lexamil? ## The memory loss can be side effects of these medications, but it could also be due to other issues. Alcohol may worsen side effects, such as nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and diarrhea. According to FDA. Is there anything else I can help with? Are you on any other medications? ## Hi, Ive been taking Zytomil for 2 weeks met up with a frie...

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I would like to go off Lexamil 10mg. How can I do it ? Can I leave it at once ? ## How long have you been taking it and what has your doctor advised? Lexamil contains the active ingredient Escitalopram, which is an SSRI antidepressant and, if you've been taking it for a long period of time, then a sudden cessation may cause withdrawal and rebound effects, which may be worse than the condition you started taking it to treat. In most cases, it is best to taper these types of medications, as slowly as possible. ## I've been using it for 9 months now. Should I first reduse it. I'm gaining wait and think it is the Lexamil. ## Yes, you should definitely speak to your doctor about a tapering plan to get off of it and avoid most of the withdrawal and rebound effects. They may even b...

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please asvise if this combination is safe to take on a daily basis ## Good day iam on lexamil 20mg since 2011. Still get anxiety and everything that goes with it. Myne last a few hours. Dr put me on urbanol 10 mg. Is it save to take with lexamil. Please advice. Thank you.

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Would it be dangerous to put my husband on lexamil 10 without a doctor's recommendation? He used it for ten days and was very calm but now he is back to his aggressive self. He does have a lot of pressure at work and started a new job at 62 years of age. Also, what is rls?

Hello. Please can you give me your advice: Valdoxane versus Lexamil. ## Hello, Geen! How are you? Valdoxan is reported to cause fewer side effects, according to FDA reports. It doesn't tend to cause the sensual side effects or withdrawal, plus it can encourage restful sleep in some people that take it. Lexamil, however, can cause those types of side effects, along with dizziness, dry mouth and weight gain. What condition is being treated?

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Hi i started with LEXAMIL for the first time yesterday, abt and hour i took it i felt nausea to a vomitting extent, had hot flushes, thought i was gona die, havent taken today nor have i had anything to eat, i do feel hungry but just too scared to eat. ## Lexamil contains the active ingredient Escitalopram and while it has been known to cause some nausea, it shouldn't cause the hot flashes. Learn more Lexamil details here. Did you end up taking anymore of them? ## How are u doing now-still on lexamil-i have started 8days ago-nausea left,but I'm not hungry AT all.

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can it interfer with my circle, i skiped a month now withount menstruation ## Yes, most antidepressants can lengthen your cycle, and in some cases prevent menstruation, while a woman is taking them, according to the NIH. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, and loss of libido. How long have you been taking it?

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Apart from gaining weight, I experience terrible aches in my shoulders, knees and feet. So much so that I can't even pick up my arms. Is this a side effect from Lexamil? It helps when I use Voltaren, but as soon as I stop it gets very bad. How long should one use Lexamil? I have been using it for anxiety attacks, and I rarely experience it any more. I have been on Lexamil for a month now. ## Lexamil contains the active ingredient Escitalopram. Based on your description it sounds like you may be experiencing severe muscle stiffness; which is a side effect that should be reported to your doctor immediately. Side effects of Escitalopram can include: nausea diarrhea constipation changes in libido or ability drowsiness increased sweating dizziness heartburn stomach pain excessive tiredne...

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What is Lexamil (Essitalpram 10mg) and Espiride (50mg) and how strong is it? Is there any side affects? What should I avoid using when on these drugs? Thank you ## Lexamil contains the active ingredient Escitalopram, commonly sold in the U.S. under the brand name Lexapro. Some of the most common side effects include: nausea, drowsiness, sexual dysfunction and weight gain. Common side effects are nausea, somnolence (sleepiness) and gastrointestinal side effects reported as relatively common. Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## Is lexamil safe for breastfeeding moms? My son is 2 years old ## Main use of ESPIRIDE 50mg Caps. What is the most comon side affects I am on high blood presure treetment ## Espiride was prescribed to me when my wife ...

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I was put on the drug in November 2011. I was taking it till this year September this year when i decided to leave it. I did not taper it down at all. My boyfriend has now left me because of my constant fighting and the fact that i loose my temper constantly. It has only been for the last two months that he's been complaining. I have honestly tried hard to keep myself calm in times when something upsets me.. i just can't control it. Is it possibly a side effect, or that i should maybe except that i have to take it? ## Rebound and withdrawal effects are well known to happen with these types of medications, if you stop taking them abruptly. Learn more Lexamil details here. A slow taper is usually down to help minimize these types of issues. After 2 months, you've already been ...

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Good day, i am female and my age is 43 years. I would like to know if LEXAMIL and or ZYTOMIL can be the reason why i am now battleling with reastless legg sindrome? ## Hello, Alana! How are you doing? I am very sorry about the problem that you're having. Yes, this medication can cause RLS in some people that take it. If it is interfering with your ability to sleep, then you may need to switch to a different medication. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Good morning, thank you very much for your reply. Is there any medication that you can advice me to take? Hope you have a super day. Kind regards, ## My sister is 55 years old. She has lupus and started using Lexamil 10mg a month ago. She now h...

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Hi, I have been on Lexamil 10mg for 2 years and then about a hear ago my dr increased the dosage to 20mg, which I took for 6 months. However I have stop taking the meds approx 6 months ago. I am a very bad pill drinker and then to forr. I feel that I struggle more with anxiaty than depression and rather preferred Azor/Xanor SR. Would you recommend me going back oono Lexamil? My dad passed away 7 months ago and have a stressful job. Is it better to be on an anti-depress like Lexamil or Azor/Xanor? Can one drink both? Should I start with a lower dosage of Lexamil instead of the 20mg again? ## Hello, Mandy! How are you? Only your doctor can really advise you as to what medication would be safest for you to try. Have you consulted your doctor, again, yet?

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Hi, My doctor has prescribed 10 mg lexamil for me and I havnt started taking it yet. I've been suffering with anxiety for a while and taking .5 mg alzam and 7.5 mg zopiclone to manage the condition. However the last 3 months ive been having tight chest pains, been for ecgs xrays etc, all clear..doc prescribed muscle relaxant which works a little bit but I find if i take half a zopiclone it really eases off the tightness immediately. I know this has something to do with gaba receptors but what I would really like to know is if anyone else has had these symptoms and if going on 10mg lexamil in conjunction wit the alzam n zopiclone will help with the anxiety? ## Hello, Ash! How are you? Yes, Lexamil might help more, but it can take about 4 to 5 weeks to reach its full level of efficacy...

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I have been taking Lexamil 10mg to 20mg for one and a half months. My body feels stiff and tingly nervous. How long before I start feel relaxed and calm. If Lexamil is not the right medication for me, what would you advise I take instead. One more thing, if Lexamil is an Anti-Depressent, how does it help with nerve repair? ## Lexamil contains the active ingredient Escitalopram and yes, it is an SSRI class antidepressant and some of them can help with some types of nerve pain. Learn more Lexamil details here. It is not an anti-anxiety medication, so it will not make you feel relaxed and calm, that's not how it works. It may help with some symptoms, but as an antidepressant it does not have those types of effects. It will also not do anything to repair the nerves, it can help with som...

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I have depression and severe anxiety attacks that happens in the mornings. Dr prescribed Lexamil 5mg for the first 10 days and thereafter 10mg together with Urbanol 10mg to be taken together in the mornings. An hour after taking these meds I get very nauseous and have no appetite. My pharmacist said that I should not take these meds together. Dr said I must take it as she prescribed it. You help will be appreciated! ## Hello, Cora! How are you? I'm sorry about the nausea. It may be due to taking them at the same time, which could be what the pharmacist meant. Have you tried taking them with food or a small snack, rather than on an empty stomach? That can sometimes help prevent nausea. The FDA warns that Urbanol carries the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, su...

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