Question 1

if i take lexapro, (escitalopram) can i have any cold medicine?

Accepted Answer

Generally yes: It all depends upon what other medications you may be taking and what other medical problems you may have. Also many "cold"
medications have anti-histamines in them many are sedating and should be avoided during the day.

Question 2

can i take theraflu multi-symptom cold medicine while taking lexapro (escitalopram)?

Accepted Answer

Caution....: Please keep in mind that taking medications that cause drowsiness, such as Theraflu, while taking Lexapro (escitalopram) can exacerbate the drowsiness and impair one's ability to execute functions such as driving or operating machinery.  Recommending discussing with your doctor first and getting clearance.  Hope this is helpful. 
All the best.

Question 3

i take lexapro (escitalopram) 10mg in the morning i have a cold would it be okay to take robitussin maximum strength multi symptom cold peak cold medicine at night ?

Accepted Answer

If used as directed.: 1-2 days of this at night while you get through your cold is fine. More chronic use suggests a need to discuss with your doctor. In any case let him know you occasionally use this with a cold.

Question 4

can i take advil cold and sinus with klonopin and lexapro (escitalopram)? what sinues medicine can i take can i get a list please? can i also take ibuphrone with them?

Accepted Answer

No,you can''t mix: them. You can take sudafed for sinuses. Yes,you can take ibuprofen.

Question 5

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 6

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.

Question 7

been taking lexapro (escitalopram) for five years.  once i stop how long does it take for the drug to leave the system?

Accepted Answer

Not that simple: Assuming you haven't developed any liver or kidney disease in the last 5 years, the drug will be eliminated at the same rate whether you've taken it for 5 years or 5 days. The difference is that your brain may have accommodated to the drug in ways that are not dose-dependent. If so, how long the drug EFFECT will wear off in your case can't be predicted or measured in any practical way.

Question 8

is there a good substitute for lexapro (escitalopram)?
it is extremely expensive and my insurance does not cover it.  it was the one drug that worked well for me

Accepted Answer

Celexa (citalopram) : Celexa is available in generic form and has the same active ingredient as lexapro (escitalopram).

Question 9

what are the symptoms of lexapro (escitalopram) cold turkey?

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal SSRI: Sweating and shaky inside.

Question 10

is lexapro (escitalopram) a good medicine for anxiety.thanks?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: It is an SSRI so should help with social anxiety panic attacks OCD possibly PTSD

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If i take lexapro, (escitalopram) can i have any cold medicine?

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Can i take theraflu multi-symptom cold medicine while taking lexapro (escitalopram)?

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I take lexapro (escitalopram) 10mg in the morning i have a cold would it be okay to take robitussin maximum strength multi symptom cold peak cold medicine at night ?

A member asked:

Can i take advil cold and sinus with klonopin and lexapro (escitalopram)? what sinues medicine can i take can i get a list please? can i also take ibuphrone with them?

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:

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

A member asked:

Been taking lexapro (escitalopram) for five years. once i stop how long does it take for the drug to leave the system?

A member asked:

Is there a good substitute for lexapro (escitalopram)? it is extremely expensive and my insurance does not cover it. it was the one drug that worked well for me

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What are the symptoms of lexapro (escitalopram) cold turkey?

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Is lexapro (escitalopram) a good medicine for anxiety.thanks?

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