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How much time does it take for 5 mg of lexapro (escitalopram) to start working for anxiety?
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4-6 wks: Will take 4-6 weeks to reach full effectiveness. At that time, the dose will have to be re-evaluated, maybe increased
Answered 5/3/2016
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