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Nervous stomach, tired, hands and feet sweating a lot, normal side effects of lexapro (escitalopram)?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Lexapro (escitalopram): They are reported side-effects. Talk to your doctor. Most adverse effects are short-lived while you start the medication or adjust the dose.

Dr Willson and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 4/15/2015

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