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Is 20mg of lexapro (escitalopram) a huge dose? i'm a pretty big guy, 6'2 185lbs. i've been on it for a few weeks, but worried will be hard to get off down the line.
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No, it is : Not a very large dose, but it is the max dose for daily dose. It is still a very common dose used for patient. Therefore, you should be fine.
Answered 6/7/2017
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Lexapro (escitalopram): Lexapro is used to treat Depression and Anxiety. Let the wise Man within you ask: •Reasons for starting Lexapro-Anxiety or Depression •Severity of symptoms and Impairment of functioning when it was started •Stresses in life •Use of Alcohol or Drugs •Need for Therapy •Discussion with Psychiatrist for Diagnosis, Lexapro benefits, side effects, concerns; Ativan or Xanax (alprazolam) if you have Anxiety.
Answered 4/16/2016
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