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I was on 15mg lexapro (escitalopram) for g a d. my dr increased it to 20mg.could i have side effects until i get used to the increase. thanks?

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Dr. Patricia Foster answered

Unlikely: If you've been comfortable on Lexapro (escitalopram) 15 mg, a 5 mg increase is not likely to cause side effects.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/28/2016

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A member asked:

I was on 15mg lexapro (escitalopram) for g a d. my dr increased it to 20mg.could i have side effects until i get used to the increase. thanks?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Patricia Foster answered

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

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