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A member asked:

When will the constant dizziness disappear? i quit taking a daily 10mg dosa of lexapro (escitalopram) sat. and it feels like i'm constantly intoxicated.

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Call Dr who prescrbd: Call the doctor who prescribed it - he or she should be able to help you troubleshoot a solution.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/30/2014

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