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Is it possible for effects of 20 mg lexapro (escitalopram) to start after a month? 25 days in and nothing. or it's weak. maybe efx kick in after 30 days? for anxiety

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

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Anxiety Management: I understand your distress. Lexapro20 mg/day is adequate dose for treatment of Anxiety. Lack of response seems to indicate overwhelming stresses in your life causing Anxiety. Let Wise Man within you Reflect: • Believe and Speak with your Entire Being-BREATH IS LIFE • Yoga • Music Relaxation • To see Psychiatrist for Therapy for coping skills; and discuss Medication benefits and side effects

Answered 4/19/2016

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A member asked:

Is it possible for effects of 20 mg lexapro (escitalopram) to start after a month? 25 days in and nothing. or it's weak. maybe efx kick in after 30 days? for anxiety

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

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