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Lexapro (escitalopram) side effects?

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See below: Lexapro (escitalopram) is an ssri and is basically the "pure" form of citalopram. Most common se's effects are constipation, decreased sexual drive, GI problems, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, sweating, decreased appetite, and disrupted sleep. Many symptoms subside after 2 to 3 weeks. Stay on the medication for a couple of months to give it a chance to work. Often people quit too soon!

Answered 3/10/2019

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Side effects.: People who take Lexapro (escitalopram) may experience ^ loose stools initially, GI distress to include nausea, sexual dysfunction, v libido, initial increase in anxiety, headache, insomnia or drowsiness, heartburn, constipation, bloating, dry mouth, v appetite, ; ^ flatus. Many side effects v or resolve with time.

Answered 9/27/2016

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