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Is lexapro (escitalopram) 2x stronger than other ssris, or 4x stronger? i'm at 20mg, but feels a little much. maybe 15 be better? how potent is lexapro (escitalopram)?
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Lexapro (escitalopram) effects: I understand your concern. Lexapro and other SSRI are used for treatment of Depression and Anxiety. Let the wise man within you ask: •Reasons for taking Lexapro-depression or Anxiety •Severity of symptoms and Impairment of functioning when it was started •Need for Therapy •Use of Alcohol or Drugs Inform your Psychiatrist about present symptoms and Discuss to decrease it to 15mg/day; and Therapy.
Answered 4/14/2016
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