Question 1

if i start taking lexapro (escitalopram) do i need to take it for the rest of my life?

Accepted Answer

Maybe, or not: If it helps you, plan on taking it for about 6 months.  You might be able to stop it then, and do well off it, but sometimes people find that they drift back into depression off the medicine, so feel better if they stay on it.  It is safe to take it for long periods of time.

Question 2

is it dangerous for me to take escitalopram (lexapro) 20mg if i already have a low resting heartrate? generally its around 50-55 but can drop to 40s i am 28 years old, healthy lifestyle but not an athlete?

Accepted Answer

:  For safety-All meds should be taken under the care of a doc who would take your low heart rate under consideration and select the med and its dosage. Pl do so. good luck

Question 3

i am 10mg of diazepam 15 mg of lexapro (escitalopram) and 15mg remeron and 7.5 zimovane.i take 5mg diazepam in the morning and the rest at night.feel tired and grogg?

Accepted Answer

I can understand: why you feel groggy the next day. You are on some sedating medications. Please let the prescribing psychiatrist know so that your medications can be optimized. Take care.

Question 4

i'm 54 yeah old man i take requip for restless legs lexapro makes me rest good only thing when i'm done masterbation it stays hard i have to do again i have back problem when i ejaculate it feels much better in my back keep this private thanks very?

Accepted Answer

: You apparently aren't experiencing the usual refractory period which prevents erection for minutes to hours after ejaculation.. That is blood doesn't flow out of the penis causing loss of erection. Lexapro has been known to cause delayed orgasm but not what you experience. Improvement of back pain after ejaculation could relieve prostate congestion present before ejaculation. ?See urologist as nee

Question 5

my resting heart rate is 55-60 when sitting. used to be around 70. echo was normal and no thyroid issue. is this normal if i don't exercise much (but has energetic kids)? blood pressure normal. often tired but no dizziness. i take lexapro for anxiety?

Accepted Answer

: In active healthy adults with excellent cardiovascular health it is not unusual for the resting heart rate to be in the range of 50-60. With exercise the rate of increase of the heart rate can indicate your cardiac fitness and ability to adapt with vigorous exercise. The testing mentioned as being negative is reassuring and supports the information mentioned above.

Question 6

is it normal for lexapro to lower resting heart rate from 80s to the 60s?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, one of the side effects of escitalopram is lowered heart rate and blood pressure. This can be problematic for some persons as they may experience weakness, dizziness and presyncopal episodes. Talk to your prescribing Dr about the dose of your medication and be careful to sit up slowly and stand while holding on to something until you are sure you are not dizzy.

Question 7

is a low resting heart rate in an overweight person cause for concern? 55 right now laying down. 60lbs over weight. taking lexapro (escitalopram) 20 mg

Accepted Answer

60 lbs: 60 lbs overweight at your age requires careful management under control of a dietitian. Have your doctor schedule the dietitian's visit to you.

Question 8

is a resting heart rate of 58 bpm okay? i'm taking lexapro (escitalopram) 5mg and have taken it for a week now. i don't feel any bradycardia symptoms.

Accepted Answer

A bit low: But f you have no other symptoms like shortness of breath, dizziness or feeling faint - don't worry. tThhe low end of normal range is 60 - so you could be off just be a bit of a counting error. Talk to your doctor if you wish to be sure for your peace of mind. Best!

Question 9

on 10mg of lexapro1 in the morning, use clonazepam .5 mg in the morning and .25 mg 3x the rest of the day-still having anxiety  would 15mg lexapro (escitalopram) help?

Accepted Answer

That is quite: Possible. But, please don't increase your Lexapro (escitalopram) without first discussing it with your psychiatrist/ prescribing provider.  Also - use non-medication option.S. Talking therapy ranks really high. Cognitive behavioral therapy can be quite effective. Aim for daily exercise, 8 hours of sleep per night ; good nutrition with 5 servings of veggies ; 4 of fruit per day. Try tai chi, yoga or qi gong.

Question 10

i'm on 10mg of lexapro (escitalopram) a day and i can not sleep to save my life. i'm so tired i can't stand it. is it safe for me to take 2 advil pm?

Accepted Answer

Probably: But if the lexapro (escitalopram) is sedating you - would take that at night. Have you considered melatonin  instead of advil pm?

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If I start taking lexapro do I need to take it for the rest of my life

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If i start taking lexapro (escitalopram) do i need to take it for the rest of my life?

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Is it dangerous for me to take escitalopram (lexapro) 20mg if i already have a low resting heartrate? generally its around 50-55 but can drop to 40s i am 28 years old, healthy lifestyle but not an athlete?

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I am 10mg of diazepam 15 mg of lexapro (escitalopram) and 15mg remeron and 7.5 zimovane.i take 5mg diazepam in the morning and the rest at night.feel tired and grogg?

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I'm 54 yeah old man i take requip for restless legs lexapro makes me rest good only thing when i'm done masterbation it stays hard i have to do again i have back problem when i ejaculate it feels much better in my back keep this private thanks very?

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My resting heart rate is 55-60 when sitting. used to be around 70. echo was normal and no thyroid issue. is this normal if i don't exercise much (but has energetic kids)? blood pressure normal. often tired but no dizziness. i take lexapro for anxiety?

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Is it normal for lexapro to lower resting heart rate from 80s to the 60s?

A member asked:

Is a low resting heart rate in an overweight person cause for concern? 55 right now laying down. 60lbs over weight. taking lexapro (escitalopram) 20 mg

A member asked:

Is a resting heart rate of 58 bpm okay? i'm taking lexapro (escitalopram) 5mg and have taken it for a week now. i don't feel any bradycardia symptoms.

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On 10mg of lexapro1 in the morning, use clonazepam .5 mg in the morning and .25 mg 3x the rest of the day-still having anxiety would 15mg lexapro (escitalopram) help?

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I'm on 10mg of lexapro (escitalopram) a day and i can not sleep to save my life. i'm so tired i can't stand it. is it safe for me to take 2 advil pm?

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