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Drug Uses

The antidepressant Lexapro - Escitalopram is a member of the family of medications known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Lexapro - Escitalopram offer advantages in the treatment of depression and generalized anxiety disorder.

How Taken

Lexapro - Escitalopram 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 - Escitalopram 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 - Escitalopram even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Lexapro - Escitalopram 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 - Escitalopram, 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 - Escitalopram, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above. Lexapro - Escitalopram 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 - Escitalopram. Do not take Lexapro - Escitalopram without first talking to your doctor if you have had an allergic reaction to either medication in the past. Lexapro - Escitalopram is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether Lexapro - Escitalopram it will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Lexapro - Escitalopram without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. Lexapro - Escitalopram passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing infant. Do not take Lexapro - Escitalopram 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.

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.

Storage

Store Lexapro - Escitalopram at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of a Lexapro - Escitalopram overdose include nausea, vomiting, tremor, drowsiness, dizziness, sweating, and a fast heartbeat.

More Information

Do not take Lexapro - Escitalopram if you: You have a known sensitivity or allergy to any component of Lexapro - Escitalopram.

Possible Side Effects

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Lexapro - Escitalopram 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 - Escitalopram 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.

Precautions

1 Tell the doctor if there are any allergies that you have especially the ones to medicines (Lexarpo, Citalopram).
2 Use the dose prescribed by your doctor and do not exceed it.
3 Do not discontinue taking Lexarpo until your doctor tells you to do so, he/she may advise you to do it gradually.
4 It may take some weeks (2-4) before Lexarpo will actually start working.
5 The cases of the use of this medicine by children haven’t been studied properly; they demand more investigation to find out if Lexarpo is safe and effective enough for children.
6 Go on taking the medicine even if you feel better until your doctor tells you so.
7 Inform the specialists before having any kind of surgery about the medicine you are taking.
8 The doctor should know if you have any specific health conditions, in particular the following:
Glaucoma
Suicidal thoughts
Drug/alcohol addiction (or if have ever had)
Convulsions/epilepsy
Kidney/blood clotting/heart/liver/mental health problems
Mania
Diabetes
If you are going through electroconvulsive therapy
Additional control may be needed in cases mentioned above.
9 Do not do any dangerous tasks until you know how your body reacts to the medicine.
10 Inform your doctor if you are taking any medications at the moment or you are going to take some. Attention should be paid to:
Citalopram
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors(if have ever been used)
Blood-thinning medications
Sumatriptan
Linezolid
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
11 Do not drink alcohol beverages as they may aggravate side effects. Avoid heat and dehydration. Do not overeat and try to eat simple food more containing plenty of fibre.
12 Tell the doctor if you are already pregnant or you are going to have a baby. Lexarpo gets into breast milk, that’s why it can not be used during lactation period.
13 The doctor should know if you are still under 18 y.o.
14 Visit your doctor regularly to let him control your progress.
15 In case of feeling drowsy try not to make jerky movements, sit down and get up slowly.
16 Do not share your medicine with anybody else.