Question 1

i have open angle glaucoma. is it safe to take lexapro (escitalopram) 10mg.

Accepted Answer

Risky: Lexapro has been associated with exacerbation of glaucoma. It is unclear whether this is due to increase in serotonin or anticholinergic effects. Most antidepressants do have some anticholinergic effects which definitely can increase symptoms of glaucoma. If you need an antidepressant Wellbutrin (bupropion) would be a much safer alternative

Question 2

can lexapro cause the veins in your eyes to leak blood? or cause cataracts? dont have glaucoma but eye doctor found some blood during exam. been on lexapro 5mg for two weeks?

Accepted Answer

: There are many veins in eyes that can bleed. I would discuss with your eye Dr.

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

lexapro (escitalopram) with script?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Lexapro (escitalopram) requires a prescription.

Question 5

can lexapro be taken with oxycodon?

Accepted Answer

: SSRI meds like lexapro are tricky because interactions with most pain relievers including oxycodone can give rise to a rare but very serious condition called the serotonin syndrome. I think you'll have to get advice from your prescribing physician or psychiatrist.

Question 6

will lexapro (escitalopram) help me?

Accepted Answer

Quite possibly.: Lexapro (escitalopram) is helpful for many conditions, including anxiety and depression.

Question 7

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 8

can i take lexapro (escitalopram) with ginger?

Accepted Answer

No reason: There is no documented positive effect in taking the 2 together. The question is what r you being treated for?

Question 9

can i take lexapro 10 mg with hydrooxyzine hcl ?

Accepted Answer

Should be ok,: if both are prescribed to you, this combination should be ok.

Question 10

is it safe to use herbalife while taking lexapro ?

Accepted Answer

: Why do you want to take Herbalife?  The only good it will do you is to lighten your wallet.
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I have open angle glaucoma. is it safe to take lexapro (escitalopram) 10mg.

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Can lexapro cause the veins in your eyes to leak blood? or cause cataracts? dont have glaucoma but eye doctor found some blood during exam. been on lexapro 5mg for two weeks?

A member asked:

What is lexapro (escitalopram) for?

A member asked:

Lexapro (escitalopram) with script?

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Can lexapro be taken with oxycodon?

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Will lexapro (escitalopram) help me?

A member asked:

Is 30mg of lexapro (escitalopram) too much?

A member asked:

Can i take lexapro (escitalopram) with ginger?

A member asked:

Can i take lexapro 10 mg with hydrooxyzine hcl ?

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Is it safe to use herbalife while taking lexapro ?

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