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Can lexapro cause long term blurred vision even after quitting?

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Dr. Steven T Kmucha MD JD FACS answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Unlikely: There are many causes of blurred vision; please get a good evaluation by an ophthalmologist (not just an optometrist).

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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