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A member asked:

I just started taking 5mg lexapro (escitalopram) at 8pm tonight and its almost 10. i feel anxious and sweats hitting me in waves. is that normal? will this last

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Dr. Jerry Smith answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Side-effects: These are possible symptoms of Lexapro/escitalopram and should go away in time. If the symptoms persist you should contact your provider.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/14/2015

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