Question 1

can i take nexium (esomeprazole) and lexapro ?

Accepted Answer

Be: very cautious taking these two meds together.  Talk to your doctor before you start.  If this is only alternative need to watch closely for side effects.  But talk to your doctor

Question 2

i'm taking cipralex (lexapro) 10 mg and need to upper the dose of nexium (esomeprazole) to 2x20mg. i already take 1x morning. is raising nexium (esomeprazole) safe with cipralex?

Accepted Answer

Should be fine.: there are no reported interactions between Nexium (esomeprazole) And Lexapro. Be sure to take the medicines as prescribed. Good luck.

Question 3

what is lexapro (escitalopram) for?

Accepted Answer

Lexapro (escitalopram): Is used for the  treatment of depression, generalized anxiety disorder, ptsd, phobias, agoraphobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorder not otherwise specified, etc.

Question 4

what is nexium (esomeprazole) used for?

Accepted Answer

Nexium (esomeprazole): is used to treat certain GI problems (e.g. heartburn, difficulty swallowing). See your PCP for evaluation and tests.

Question 5

is 30mg of lexapro (escitalopram) too much?

Accepted Answer

Depends: That is a question for your prescribing doctor.  For some people, it may be too much.  For others, it may be helpful.  Everyone responds uniquely.

Question 6

what is lexapro (escitalopram)? why is it commonly prescribed?

Accepted Answer

SSRI: Lexapro (escitalopram) is a "selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor" (SSRI) commonly used to treat depression and chronic anxiety.  Similar medicines include Prozac, Zoloft, Celexa, and Paxil (paroxetine).  They all work similarly but differ a little in their usual side-effects.

Question 7

my dr prescribed 40mg nexium (esomeprazole). what are the benefits?

Accepted Answer

Make you feel better: Will control your stomach acidity & thus control gastro-esophageal reflux disease (gerd) & control upper abdominal pain. It is a superb medication.

Question 8

lexapro (escitalopram) side effects?

Accepted Answer

See below: Lexapro (escitalopram) is an ssri and is basically the "pure" form of citalopram.  Most common se's effects are constipation, decreased sexual drive, GI  problems, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, sweating,  decreased appetite, and disrupted sleep.  Many symptoms subside after 2 to 3 weeks. Stay on the medication for a couple of months to give it a chance to work.  Often people quit too soon!

Question 9

what is lexapro's effect on nexplanon?

Accepted Answer

Minimal: Hi!
lexapro should not change the effectiveness of the Nexplanon insert.
Dr brown.

Question 10

does nexium mask pains from gastritis?

Accepted Answer

NO: It inhibits acid production. If pain persisits you will need testing for H. pylori and GERD,

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