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Are headaches one of the side effects of lexapro (escitalopram).i am on them 9 months.should i go off them.i was put on them for anxiety.thanks?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes, lexapro (escitalopram) can: Cause headaches (but not commonly). Valium can also be a cause of headache. Headache can also occur w anxiety. Please discuss this w your provider. Don't make any changes to meds w/o consulting w your physician.

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Answered 7/14/2014

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