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What's the typical titration schedule when discontinuing lexapro (escitalopram)?
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Usually I reduce : By 1/4 every four days and if negative effect occur , i go back to the previous dose.
Answered 5/7/2016
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Stopping Lexapro (escitalopram): I use the regimen of tapering by 1/3 of the daily dosage down every 3-4 days.
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