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How much time does it take for 5 mg of lexapro (escitalopram) to work for anxiety?

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Dr. Marcie Berman answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

3 to 5 weeks: This is a fairly low starting dose so if not feeling any better after three weeks tell your doctor. Your dose may need to change

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 7/26/2018

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