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What to do if i took lexapro (escitalopram) and now i feel sick and a lil deppressed.?
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If this persists....: Hard to say. If you are just starting Lexapro (escitalopram) i would not expect to feel better right away. Discuss this with the prescriber. You may be sensitive to this medication.
Answered 6/27/2014
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