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I take 20mg of escitalopram still feeling anxious some dr said i could go up to 25 or 30 mg is that safe don't want serotonin syndrome?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Off label dosing: Many people take 25 to 30 mg of lexapro without difficulty. However, other meds you are taking with the escitalopram can impact risk for serotonin syndrome.

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Dr. William Schmidt answered

No: The highest you can go is 20mg. if its not working for you your doctor has other meds. good luck

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A member asked:

I take 20mg of escitalopram still feeling anxious some dr said i could go up to 25 or 30 mg is that safe don't want serotonin syndrome?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Smith agreed

Dr. William Schmidt answered

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