Join the Lexapro group to help and get support from people like you.
Lexapro Questions (Page 28)
Displaying 623 questions associated with Lexapro.
When and how should I take my Lexapro and Ritalin? And do certain side effects subside?
So I am prescribed 20mg Lexapro for anxiety and clonazepam 1-2mg as needed (don’t use it that often just in case of panic attacks and my agoraphobia) and recently I was prescribed Ritalin 10mg to be taken 3 times daily ranging from either 10mg 3 times a day , 15mg 3 times a day or 20mg 3... read more
Taking Lexapro and buspirone?
I am currently taking Lexapro 20mg once a day with buspirone 10mg twice a day. I've heard there is major interactions with these two. Is it safe for me to take them together?
I have a clogged ear ever since I have been on Lexapro?
They tell me It is anxiety. Anxiety seems to be improved. Does anyone have the experience or what do think is going on? Thanks for any information.
What happens when you take Wellbutrin that expired four years ago?
My mother has been having me take this because we haven't been able to afford getting my Lexapro prescription until fairly recently. This has been going on for five months, since October. I'm supposed to be taking 5mg Lexapro each day, but this Wellbutrin is a 200mg dose, that she's... read more
Missed Lexapro dose for three days?
I've been on Lexapro for 2 years after a family death. I missed the dose for 3 days and feel really depressed crying all day. I should add I lost another family member 3 months ago so maybe Lexapro was numbing that grief? Can it wear off so soon?
Is it OK to take Lexapro and Effexor together?
I was weaning off Lexapro by taking 10 mg with 75 mg Effexor XR as my new drug. I was feeling pretty good. My doctor asked if I just wanted to stay like that and I said I'd rather go ahead with the 150 mg Effexor and no Lexapro. Well I've been off Lexapro and on 150 mg Effexor 3 weeks, 75... read more
How long do gastrointestinal side effects of escitalopram (Lexapro) last?
I've started back on escitalopram after not taking it for a year. I started it back up slowly, taking only 5mg, then 10, 15, and just a week ago I started taking the full 20mg that I used to be on. I was okay at first, not much in the way of side effects other than general sleepiness(which I... read more
Can I have permanent erectile dysfunction after taking 5mg of Lexapro for three days?
I'm 49 yr old male that has never had any sexual dysfunction in the past, but since taking Lexapro, I cannot maintain an erection and my penis feels numb. If I stop now, will the effects wear off quickly since I've only been on the medication 3 days?
How do I prevent headaches while waiting for Lexapro 5mg to kick in?
How do I prevent headaches while waiting Lexapro to kick in been on it only for 6days at 5mg still have anxiety feelings
How long does it take for 5mg of Lexapro to leave the system completely?
I've been taking Lexapro for a little over a year. I have started the taper and cut down to 5mg for a while and was wondering how much longer it will be in my system? I stopped taking it on Sunday 26th of August.
Would it be safe to cut a 20 mg Lexapro in half after only three days?
Ive been on Lexapro 20mg for three days now. I was recently on 10mg about 6 months ago before I just stopped taking it. I didn't have any side affects with the 10 mg that I can remember, but this time Iam super tired all day, i dont want to eat & every time I stand up my heart pounds. I... read more
Ringing in my ears from Lexapro?
I've been taking Lexapro10mg for 3 weeks. The ringing in my ears is making me crazy. It's all I focus on now. Today was my last dose, please tell me this goes away. Talk about creating anxiety. Can anyone give me some positive feedback?
On day 6 of 10mg Lexapro after starting with 5 days of 5mg Lexapro?
I was on Trintellix 10 mg. Wasn’t doing it for my anxiety and panic attacks. My doc started me on 5mg generic Lexapro for the first 5 days then 10mg after that (currently on day 6 of 10mg) until my next visit in 2 weeks. and weening me off Trintellix. I feel like I have increased anxiety, but... read more
Dizziness 24/7 from Lexapro?
3 months ago I started Lexapro again (I had taken it 2 years ago with minor side effects) I started experiencing extreme dizziness, like I was on a boat 24/7. My doctors said it probably wasn't the medication and to just continue, but I am convinced it is the lexapro. I tapered off a couple... read more
I ran out of Lexapro 20mg. Can I substitute Prozac until I get my prescription?
If so, how many mg of Prozac should I take?
Ask a question
To post your own question to this support group, sign in or create an account.
Further information
Related condition support groups
Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Depression
Lexapro Patient information at Drugs.com
- Lexapro uses and safety info
- Lexapro prescribing info & package insert (for Health Professionals)
- Side effects of Lexapro (detailed)