Question 1

i've been taking lexapro for 6 weeks. first week 5mg. then week 2 to current 10mg. i am going to stop taking it /would like a second opinion on how to?

Accepted Answer

Consult with PCP: I am not certain as to why you are stopping and your physician should be notified: I suggest 10mg day 1, 5mg day 2-3, and 5 mg every other day for 2 days, then stop.

Question 2

i decreased my lexapro dose from 10mg to 5mg on 3/19 ... the 10mg was just too much for me. i'm wondering if i need to give the new 5mg dosage 6-8 weeks to fully work just like you have to do with an increase?

Accepted Answer

: It is curious why the 10 mg was too more for you. If it was effective then it likely was the correct dose. You probably have been on the 5 mg long enough to see if it is effective for you. It sounds not. You could start by increasing to 7.5 mg daily to see if that is of good benefit and follow-up with your doctor.

Question 3

can i take 10mg of lexapro (escitalopram) at 9pm and 5mg more at 11pm?

Accepted Answer

Lexapro (escitalopram): Yes you can but I cannot think of a good reason to do so. No problem with this

Question 4

can i take oracea at the same time as i take lexapro (escitalopram) 5mg?

Accepted Answer

No known interaction: Be confident that you can safely use these two together.  Any unusual reaction however, should be immediately reported to your doctor.

Question 5

ive been off my lexapro 5mg for over 72 hrs. would it be safe to take dayquill now?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There will be no interaction between the med you used to take and DayQuil. Stay well!

Question 6

i have been on 5mg of lexapro for a few weeks but would like to stop cold turkey. is this saafe?

Accepted Answer

NO: Why do you want to stop treatment? It would be best to speak with your doctor about any side effects you may have and quite possible explore other prescribed alternatives.

Question 7

how do i know that / if 5mg of lexapro (escitalopram) work? or if i need to request an increase to 10mg?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Medication efficacy depends on the symptoms you had when you started, and what you continue to have after the therapeutic window.  It is usually recommended that you give an antidepressant 6-8 weeks to see if it is working.  If your symptoms have not, or have minimally improved, a dosage adjustment is reasonable.  The usual therapeutic dose of Lexapro (escitalopram) is 10 mg.  But you have to give any med time.

Question 8

how long does lexapro (escitalopram) withdrawls last.i was on them 4 years.i am now down to 5mg. thanks?

Accepted Answer

Rule of thumb: The time it takes to start a medication and reach therapeutic levels is often the time it takes to wean off the medicine.  So 4 to 6 weeks in general.

Question 9

i started taking 5mg of lexapro (escitalopram) 4 days ago. how long should i wait until i up it to 10mg?

Accepted Answer

Ask your doc: before making any moves on your dose. You need to report on any main effects or side effects during the first 1-2 weeks  that you are on any given dose. And yes, increments are by 5mg at a time :)

Question 10

when taking 5mg lexapro, is it ok to take a two day drug holiday every week to minimize size effects? thank you

Accepted Answer

Not advisable: If you're being treated for depression it's not advisable to skip your medication. However, your best advice about this matter would be obtained from your prescribing physician or psychiatrist who knows you best.

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I've been taking lexapro for 6 weeks. first week 5mg. then week 2 to current 10mg. i am going to stop taking it /would like a second opinion on how to?

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I decreased my lexapro dose from 10mg to 5mg on 3/19 ... the 10mg was just too much for me. i'm wondering if i need to give the new 5mg dosage 6-8 weeks to fully work just like you have to do with an increase?

A member asked:

Can i take 10mg of lexapro (escitalopram) at 9pm and 5mg more at 11pm?

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Can i take oracea at the same time as i take lexapro (escitalopram) 5mg?

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Ive been off my lexapro 5mg for over 72 hrs. would it be safe to take dayquill now?

A member asked:

I have been on 5mg of lexapro for a few weeks but would like to stop cold turkey. is this saafe?

A member asked:

How do i know that / if 5mg of lexapro (escitalopram) work? or if i need to request an increase to 10mg?

A member asked:

How long does lexapro (escitalopram) withdrawls last.i was on them 4 years.i am now down to 5mg. thanks?

A member asked:

I started taking 5mg of lexapro (escitalopram) 4 days ago. how long should i wait until i up it to 10mg?

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When taking 5mg lexapro, is it ok to take a two day drug holiday every week to minimize size effects? thank you

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