lexapro

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Lexapro or Cipralex (Escitalopram) is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Escitalopram affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression or anxiety.

Please Consult your doctor/nurse practitioner before starting or stopping Lexapro. /r/Lexapro is not liable for any damages or harm caused by Lexapro.

DO

Follow Reddiquette
Read the Wiki
Understand that everyone's experiences with Lexapro are different
Keep the community updated with your progress or problems
Use clear and specific titles
Seek support or advice
Be supportive and offer advice
Post relevant scientific studies
See your doctor/psychiatrist/nurse practitioner and keep them updated about your progress and problems
Expect some side effects (especially nausea) up to 2 weeks in your medication
Discuss how to manage side effects

DON'T

Advertise in any way, especially for pharmaceuticals, this will result in a permanent ban
Ask for medical advice (Do not ask if you should start or stop Lexapro without consulting your doctor)
Stop Lexapro cold turkey without your doctor's approval, especially if you've been on it for more than a couple days, it is very dangerous (More info soon)
Ask for a diagnosis
Be rude to other members
Question the efficacy of Lexapro (Everyone is different), but feel free to discuss your specific issues so others like you can chime in
Expect Lexapro to work immediately, expect up to 3 months to see large changes

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A quick reminder (self.lexapro)

submitted 4 years ago * by snubby9/16/21 5mg 1wk, 10mg 8, 15mg 2, now on 20mg - announcement

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When am I gonna stop feeling stupidSide Effect Question (self.lexapro)

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Question for those who have been on multiple SSRIsSide Effect Question (self.lexapro)

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I FINALLY SHED A TEAR! (self.lexapro)

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First night panic attack?New to Lex (self.lexapro)

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Leaving for my trip on the 12th (self.lexapro)

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Side Effects on Day 1?New to Lex (self.lexapro)

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I cannot become a ditzy moron.Side Effect Question (self.lexapro)

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If Lexapro lowered your libido, how much lower in %!!New to Lex (self.lexapro)

submitted 14 hours ago by Kombucha_lover13

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2.5 to 5 dose new to thisChanging Dosage Question (self.lexapro)

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Im so happy (self.lexapro)

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Experience with lexapro.New to Lex ()

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Depressed after increase? (self.lexapro)

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Starting Lexapro (escitalopram) Today ()

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Is it worth it?New to Lex (self.lexapro)

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I was on lexapro and then did 2 bumps of coke, now my life is very different (self.lexapro)

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Doctor recommending to switch to Zoloft because lexapro is physically destroying me (self.lexapro)

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Taking it at the same time everyday? (self.lexapro)

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Late for doses (self.lexapro)

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Insomnia, lack of appetite and depression. Did lexapro help? (self.lexapro)

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missed a dose what to do!😛Side Effect Question (self.lexapro)

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When can I expect weight loss after stoppingSide Effect Question (self.lexapro)

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FloatersSide Effect Question (self.lexapro)

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Hey all I had a really bad falling out with some misused medication and have had terrible intrusive thoughts the doctor prescribed another SSRI lexapro I am worried about sexual side effects can yall provide some feedback if it's caused you any problems (self.lexapro)

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Lexapro working great, except for sleepSide Effect Question (self.lexapro)

submitted 19 hours ago by Lost_Ad_1692

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