Can Lexapro cause a missed period?

Answer 1

AnswerLexapro definitely affects the menstrual cycle and can stop periods completely. It's happened to other women, which an internet search will confirm. That this is not listed as a side effect on the package insert is negligence on the part of the pharmaceutical company. Maybe they didn't bother to test the drug on women before putting it on the market; this wouldn't surprise me one bit. I've been off Lexapro for more than a year and my periods have still not returned to normal. It's onlyl a matter of time before the pharma company is sued for causing infertility and induced menopause.

Answer 2

Discontinuation symptoms of Lexapro include restlessness and depression. Irregular menses are usually caused by hormonal imbalances; if you experience changes in your menstrual cycle, consult a physician.

Answer 3

Many anti-depressants have a side effect of delayed or missed periods. With Lexapro, this side effect is not one of the more common ones, but it is a possible one. Likewise, withdrawing frin Lexapro may also result in a missed period. If you miss a period on Lexapro, you should first test to see if you are pregnant. Missed periods are commonplace and happen to most women at some point in their lives. If you are extremely worried, if there are other complications, or if you have missed more than three periods in a row, see a doctor.

Answer 4

Anecdotal evidence shows that others have had this happen. You should talk to your doctor.

Answer 5

Does laxapro caused irregular peiords