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Started taking lexapro (escitalopram) saturday. getting headaches last few days. side effect?
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Likely side effect : Headaches and head pressure are common experiences with that class of medications. Most of those using this type of med in my practice have found the side effects go away within a few days but it's not to be ignored. Call your prescribing doctor and describe the symptoms as well as any noticed changes in mood and anxiety thus far. Reach out today!
Answered 12/30/2016
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