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After 3 weeks of lexapro (escitalopram) 10mg, i still have no appetite and diahrrhea so i continue to lose weight. how long till this subsides?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It may not: Usually loose stools are abating by about 14 days out on SSRI's. Recommend that the medication be taken with food. Also discuss addition of probiotics with your doctor.

Dr Hashemi agreed

Answered 8/18/2014

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Dr. Leila Hashemi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Lexapro (escitalopram): Hi, it might take few weeks for side effect to go away, if you don't get better in 1-2 wks you might want to consult ur treating doctor to change ur medication. Good luck.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 8/10/2014

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A member asked:

After 3 weeks of lexapro (escitalopram) 10mg, i still have no appetite and diahrrhea so i continue to lose weight. how long till this subsides?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Hashemi agreed

Dr. Leila Hashemi answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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