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A member asked:
I'm a 30 y/o man. i've been on lexapro10mg for 1 month (for anxiety disorder). while taking this drug, is there any problem if i want to have a baby?
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No problem: Lexapro (escitalopram) has no known effect on mail fertility, however may reduce libido, sexual performance in some people.
Answered 1/9/2016
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Lexapro & pregnancy: Please let your obstetrician and your psychiatrist know. There are potential side effects to fetus with SSRI's. Most are manageable.
Answered 8/24/2020
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No problems , it may have minimal insignificant effect on sperm count but it is not significant and should not affect ability to have babies at all.
Answered 4/28/2021
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