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Q: What is the difference between Effexor and lexapro?
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Is lexapro closer pharmacologically to zoloft Wellbutrin or Effexor?

effexor and zoloft they are all (ssri) drugs wellbutrin is not it works in a different way


Does Effexor xr affect blood sugar levels?

It's not impossible, but personally I am diabetic and on Lexapro and have not had any problems.


Is there a difference between Effexor xr and venlafaxine xr?

It is the same drug, Effexor XR is the brand name drug made by Wyeth (now owned by Pfizer). Effexor XR is Venlafaxine XR however a generic drug would just say Venlafaxine rather than Effexor.


Why would someone take depakote and Lexapro?

Because while depakote is mainly used to treat siezures, it can also be used with an antidepressant like lexapro as a mood stabilizer. I take sort of the same combo, but mine is lamectal and effexor


Is effexor a barbiturate?

No. Lexapro is not a barbiturate.No, Lexapro does not contain barbituates. Lexapro is an anti-depressant and is non-addictive. Lexapro is approved to treat depression and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).


Does Lexapro affect nuvaring?

There are no known drug interactions between Lexapro and Nuvaring


Can you take acai tea on Effexor?

Yes, there is no interaction between acai and Effexor (or any other antidepressant)


Can you take Valium and Effexor together?

Yes; there is no known interaction between venlafaxine (Effexor) and diazepam (Valium).


Is there a difference between Citalopram HBR 20 mg and Citalopram 20 mg?

Lexapro was developed by isolating the active component of Celexa® (citalopram HBr). Lexapro (Brand Name) is also known as escitalopram oxalate.


What are the medicines people take for depression?

There are many, Cymbalta, Lexapro, Abilify, Celexa, Effexor, Paxil, Elavil, and many more. It really depends on the severity and symptoms. Consult a doctor and they can help prescribe.


What type of drug is Lexapro?

No, it is an SNRI. SNRIs act to both serotonin and norepinephrine whilst SSRIs only to serotonin. Venlafaxine (Effexor) is thought to be stronger than SSRIs but may have more side effects due to its double action. In doses over 225mg, it has some moderate action to dopamine.


Does Lexapro affect Depo-Provera?

If you mean Prednisone, that is not an antibiotic. It's a corticosteroid, used for several different conditions. There is nothing on Google.com that mentions "Ptetnisone". Depo-Provera is not listed on the Related link below as a medicine that is affected by Prednisone.