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A member asked:
What is the difference between zoloft and lexapro (escitalopram)?
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Not much: Both are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or ssris, a fancy way of saying they help your brain hold onto and use more of the serotonin it has. Serotonin is one of the chemicals in your body related to happy things, like food, sex, and sleep (which is why the side effects often affect these issues). Celexa, prozac, Paxil (paroxetine) are also in class. Diff comes in personal brain chemistry + med.
Answered 7/16/2018
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Zoloft/alexia pro: Zoloft (sertraline) is an antidepressant that is activating(it tends to give you more energy). Lex apron is an antidepressant that has a more calming effect.
Answered 7/16/2018
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