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Lexapro
Lexapro is the trade name of the antidepressant drug escitalopram. Approved by the U.S Food and Drug Administration, Lexapro is used to treat anxiety and major depressive disorders. The drug’s side effects include dizziness, insomnia, constricted pupil, constipation and fatigue.
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Should you double dose if you miss a dosage of lexapro?
I suggest if you miss two doses that you just take one of the normal doses as soon as possible. I am currently on 5 mg Lexapro once daily and I have missed my medication before. Never take two simultaneously and understand that this drug works collectively over the days you have taken it. The half-life of this medication is longer than most medications. In simpler terms, this means that the medication works by building up in your system and missing is dose or two will not have tremendous impact or really "mess" you up. Just take your dose as soon as you can! [: It is said that those who have been on it long term will experience withdrawal but because of the mechanisms of this medication, it can often take up to 10 days for the withdrawal symptoms to appear since it stays in the system for so long and builds up. This all depends on metabolism. You should be just fine! Take it though to avoid withdrawal.
Why does Lexapro make you gain weight?
No, but many users of the "SSRI" type antidepressants and other psychiatric medicines do experience some weight gain, maybe 5-40 lbs. Not everybody will have side effects with ANY medicine. Sometimes switching from one med to another in the same group solves the problem, no particular one. It's one of benefit/impact ratios you'll have to weigh for yourself. Some people actually LOSE weight because when less depressed they are more active and have fewer junk food cravings. You'll know in a month or two. Lexapro is closely related to Celexa, and is supposed to be a formulation which has fewer side effects.
Will you experience withdrawal after taking lexapro for only four days?
Taking Leprexo takes a week or more to have any effect.It takes a buikd up to start working to help you. It would not likely have and effect good or bad in 4 days,
Can you donate plasma while on Lexapro?
Yes you can, but remember to always ask a doctor if your on any medication your doctor can then give you a letter of approval to be on the safer side. On the other side I knew a handful of doners that actually smoked pot on a regular basis and they do just fine. But always ask a doctor if you take any medication.
Can you take methocarbamol while taking Lexapro?
There is a scale that rates drug interactions---Mild, Moderate, and Major. Taking methocarbamol (trade name Robaxin) with the antidepressant Lexapro is rated MODERATE on many internet sites, and generally not recommended. I am answering this question because just 48 hours ago, I took that very combination after the urgent care center doctor prescribed it and the pharmacy dispensed it with no warning to me about possible interaction side effects. I experienced extreme agitation, hyperventilation, uncontrollable sobbing and then shallow breathing. Thankfully my son is a certified pharmacy technician and quickly looked up the information online as my husband tried to calm me down. So, yes you can take these drugs together, but consult with your pharmacist and physician first!
Can Lexapro affect the fetal heart rate at 8 weeks pregnant?
Lexapro (escitalopram), a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), is generally considered safe during pregnancy, but its effects on fetal heart rate specifically are not well-documented. Some studies suggest that SSRIs may be associated with changes in fetal heart rate or other cardiovascular effects, but the risks can vary. It’s crucial for pregnant individuals to consult their healthcare provider before making any changes to their medication, as they can assess the benefits and risks based on individual circumstances.
Can you take fioricet with Lexapro?
no
i have done that before, and you get really dizzy and high and sleepy. i have a friend who was with me when i did it who knows people who work at a pharmacy and she called them and they said that its not a good idea. i believe them.
How long before Lexapro works?
Anti-depressants take time to work. Most "reuptake inhibitors" start doing their job immediately but your body needs to react and that's the part that takes time.
Feeling better is not something that will happen over night. It's not as though thirteen days after starting the medication everything will be wonderful. That's not how it works.
Instead, you'll start to feel a little better, in fact at first it will be such a small difference that you won't be able to tell. Then over time the effect will start to build. While some effect may be felt within the first day or two, maximum effect may take 10-14 days. After that, insufficient response may indicate the need for an increase in dosage or change in medication.
Can you snort Lexapro to get high?
First and foremost, it is not recommended to take a medication which has not been prescribed to you or in the improper dosages in an attempt to "get high".
Lexapro is used to treat anxiety and depression and usually has a drowsy effect on the user.
So your answer is no.
Although it will make you dizzy and usually sick to your stomach.
How long do Lexapro withdrawal symptoms last?
Two of the most likely possibilities are:
If you suddenly stop taking Lexapro, you may feel like you have the flu. You also might have trouble sleeping, have an upset stomach, have shock-like sensations in the arms and hands, feel dizzy, or feel nervous. This usually begins within 1 to 10 days after you stop taking Lexapro. It is not dangerous or life threatening and usually goes away within one week. Not everyone who stops taking antidepressants experiences this syndrome, and it is less likely if medicines are slowly tapered off over a few weeks.
The other possibility is the return of depression symptoms. Antidepressants need to be continued for at least 6 to 18 months in most people for depression symptoms to stay away when the medicines are stopped. Stopping them too early means that within days to weeks (occasionally 1 to 2 months) symptoms of depression return. These can include irritability, fatigue and change in appetite, among others. Sometimes people need to be on antidepressants for a longer than usual, or even indefinite period of time.
Always consult a medical professional before discontinuing your use of any antidepressant.
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What is the maximum dose of Lexapro that you can take?
I'm pretty sure the max dose is 20mg. If you wan to go above that you take Celexa; which is where Lexapro came from...that can go to 40mg as far as I know...I went from 10mg Lexapro to 40mg of Celexa...it wasn't so great for me. I couldn't hardly stay awake...the sleepiness is supposed to pass....
What is the half-life of Lexapro?
I have been taking it about a month. My mom died in June so it is helping with the crying. The hardest part with this drug is getting use to it. The first two weeks were rough but Just hang in there they go away and you can sleep and your heart stops racing.
Can you take Trileptal and Lexapro?
when prescribed. Yes.
Taking lorazepam and trazodone together can be potentially dangerous, as their effects on the respiratory system can add synergistically resulting in respiratory depression. Your doctor should be able to determine the correct strengths of the two medications to determine whether or not they will have this detrimental, and possibly life threatening, side effect.
Can you take Lexapro while on suboxon?
Yes, you can take antidepressants with Suboxone. I am currently taking Suboxone with Cymbalta to treat my fibromyalgia, and Deseryl for sleep. My physician has recently taken me off Deseryl for sleeping and switched me to Remeron instead to improve my sleep, appetite, and treat a gastrointestinal disorder. So you can see here, how antidepressants can be combined with other antidepressants to help treat different disorders while taking Suboxone for example, to treat my chronic pain with my Cervical Disk Disease. You should check with your doctor, however, to make sure he prescribes an antidepressant that is compatible with Suboxone.
What medication pill is equal to Lexapro?
There is not yet a generic for this drug. It should be generic around November 2011.
Does Lexapro reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills?
Yes, I have been on lexapro on two different occasions for some months at a time. Both times I have had breakthrough bleeding which is very annoying. I am only taking 5mg of lexapro but it still happens. My doctor says that both medications are fighting for some liver function which causes more bleeding. I have also been brusing more and if I cut myself it bleeds forever.
Everyone reacts differently from withdrawal or addition of medications, therefore I am unable to answer your question black and white. However, if you were on Lexapro 5mg by the mouth once per day for three months and now, as per your Doctors instructions are reducing it to 2.5mg and then discontinuing the medication you will most likely have no withdrawal symptoms or side effects.
Does lexapro cause extreme sleepiness and restless sleep?
Oh yea!! I worked really good but it made me sleepy, I could have slept all day if I had the oppourtunity. I was having panic attacks in my sleep which would case me to wake up constantly and then I would get depressed from the lack of sleep, so the being sleepy on the Lexapro did not bother me because I was finally able to sleep. Try taking it at night before you go to sleep. That might help because if you take it in the morning, it will make you tired all day, but if you take it at night you might sleep off the tired feeling and have more energy in the day. Also, when I weaned off the Lexapro, I took me about a month and a half and I had no side effects during the weaning process. Just don't stop cold turkey. If or when you try to wean off, I can give some good pointers on the process.
Can Lexapro withdrawal cause headaches?
I don't know for sure, but I've been taking lexapro for over a year now, and my prescription ran out a week ago and my pharmacist wouldn't fill it without ok from doc, who was on vacation. This is day 7 and today I feel like I could just fall over, my head hurts, I'm having panic attacks...it am assuming its from the drug...i go back to doc in two days.
Can you mix Xanax Lexapro and acholol?
Mixing sedating drugs such as Ambien with alcohol can be very dangerous. The nervous system slows down causing respiratory depression which, with higher doses, can be lethal. Depending on how Lexapro affects you, it could causes the same overly sedating reaction when mixed with alcohol. To be wise mix neither, but the Ambien/alcohol combination is quite a bit more risky than Lexapro and alcohol.
celexa is a generic of lexapro Celexa is not the generic of Lexapro. Its the sister of Celexa. Lexapro will go generic, hopefully, by 2012
Can you take tramadol with ramipril?
Mixing medications can be equally disastrous. An analysis in the journal Health Affairs notes that thousands of drugs can interact in a dangerous way. It will surely hurt the inner part of your nose especially your sinus, otherwise if you are allergic to it then it might cause you severe side effects that might get worse if not treated. In order for you to avoid this, make sure that if this thing happens to you and even if you don't feel anything yet, go to your doctor about it for you to know if it is dangerous or might cause harm to you. I have a link here that might help you in some of your questionsfor it contains other information about it. pharmacyescrow.org/s38-s-ACCUPRIL
How do you get rid of a swollen lip fast?
If your lip is cut and it is swollen, you can dissolve salt in warm water in a cup and use a cotton ball to dab the water onto the cut of your lip. This will burn a lot but it will help heal the wound. If your lips are just swollen but not cut, avoid using warm water as that will only make it worse as the warmth will cause more blood to rush to the area and induce more swelling. You can also try a bag of ice, or wrap a few ice cubes into a slightly damp cloth and hold it against your lips for approximately ten minutes. Give it a few minutes and the swelling should go down.
If you don't want to use the ice, you can also take a spoon and put it in the freezer for a few minutes, then apply it onto the swollen area (be careful that your lip is not wet or else the spoon might stick) and hold that position until the swelling decreases. You can use anything that is freezing cold, be it ice cubes, a spoon from the freezer or a pack of frozen vegetables - as long as it is really cold. The swelling should reduce after a few minutes of absolute coldness.
