Lexapro is the trademark name for the generic drug escitalopram, an antidepressant medication
The most common adverse reaction (incidence at least 1% for Lexapro and greater than placebo) associated with discontinuation was activation syndrome (1%
Serious side effects of Lexapro Along with its needed effects, escitalopram (the active ingredient contained in Lexapro) may cause some unwanted effects
pain, redness, or swelling in the arm or leg
This is when a medication reacts with one or more other drugs
Depending on clinical response and
drug interactions, allergic reactions, or Escitalopram, the (S)-enantiomer of citalopram, is a highly selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
Lexapro; Canadian Brand Name
2200
Common side effects of Lexapro include nausea, sexual side effects, and insomnia
rate, serotonin syndrome sx, especially during initiation/titration; decr
Applies to: azithromycin and Lexapro (escitalopram) Using escitalopram together with azithromycin can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious and potentially life-threatening, although it is a relatively rare side effect
Lexapro can also potentially cause Medically Reviewed on 8/20/2022
Lexapro tablets are film-coated, round tablets containing escitalopram oxalate in strengths equivalent to 5 mg, 10 mg and 20 mg escitalopram base
Bupropion prevents SAD, while escitalopram is often used to treat GAD
You may feel dizzy and drowsy