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I take lexapro 15mg for anxiety. will taking prednisone (50 mg/7 days) increase my anxiety? if so, anything that could help lessen it?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Prednisone: That much prednisone may cause palpitations, some jitteriness,anxiety,flushing and trouble sleeping. I don't consider lexapro appropriate to use as a sedative or tranquilizer so don't increase the dose. Avoid stimulants like caffeine. If you truly need temporary tranquilization, contact your prescribing physician.

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Answered 2/25/2019

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A member asked:

I take lexapro 15mg for anxiety. will taking prednisone (50 mg/7 days) increase my anxiety? if so, anything that could help lessen it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Rhoads and 5 doctors agreed

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