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Been on lexapro for 1 month what will the side effects be of stopping it?
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∙ 14y ago
Well, you might not have too hard of a time coming off of that crap since you have been on it only a month.........taper off over the course of another month......flu like symptoms and resurgence of anxiety depression
i have been on paxil for two years and started to taper off and it has been a nightmare!!!
good luck to you
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Bed-wetting is not a side effect of Lexapro that has been reported by the manufacturer. The link below gives a comprehensive list of all the side effects of Lexapro that were observed during the clinical trials of the drug as well as the post-marketing side effects that have been observed since Lexapro has been on the market.
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Can you drink alcohol while taking chloroquine?
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I have been taking Lexapro for one month now and have gained 4.5 kilo and my eating pattern has not changed has anyone else experienced this?
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If you have missed 4 doses of Lexapro--should you just start taking them again or quit?
You should take your next dose as soon as possible. If you have been on Lexapro for a long period of time then the withdrawl effects can be unpleasant, as in causeing anxiety and/or depression in a way worse than before. If you do not like lexapro you should notify your doctor and come off of it slowly.
Is Lexapro a narcotic?
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Can lexapro withdrawal symptoms be severe if even one day is skipped?
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