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A member asked:

Please help! i am taking 10mg lexamil (escitalopram) for 2 weeks now and have an insatiable appetite.. will this go away? why does this happen?

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See below: This is a common side effect. It does tend to diminish with time. If the medication is working well with you, work with your doctor to try to stay on it.

Dr Pappas and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/20/2016

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See below : In certain populations, ssris less to increased intake of food, alcohol and other drugs.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Lexapro (escitalopram) 10 mg: Actually ssri can be associated with weight gain among others. However, Lexapro (escitalopram) usually has the least side effect. Talk with u prescribing provider.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/4/2016

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