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Lexapro (escitalopram) for 8 days 10mg. waking up shaking. dr. said this is a side effect that will wear off. how long should this last? taking for h/a & anxiety.
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Shaking side effect: Shaking is a possible side effect of Lexapro (escitalopram). It may go away in a few weeks, once your body gets used to the medication. If it doesn't go away or is too bothersome, you may consider changing medication, or you may find a little shaking is wrth the benefit to your mood. Just be sure you do not stop Lexapro (escitalopram) suddenly, it can cause a serious complication called serotonin syndrome. Best of luck!
Answered 9/16/2015
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