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Is it true that if i have no side effects with lexapro, (escitalopram) i should have none with celexa? for $$ reasons, i'm thinking of switching.
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Lexapro/Celexa: Possible since every person's tolerance differs from another. When Lexapro (escitalopram) first came out, it was the improved form of celexa, with less stomach & bowel side-effects, but I have seen patients that did not tolerate Lexapro (escitalopram) & did ok on celexa. Also bear in ming, Celexa recently came out in generic form which is cheaper than the brand name. Your doctor can give you good suggestions regarding switch.
Answered 6/27/2014
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No. : In spite of the similarities of the two medications, the side effects are specific to the patient and may be quite different.
Answered 11/23/2014
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Possibly: Lexapro (escitalopram) is an improved version of Celexa but the later may work as well for you.
Answered 6/27/2014
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