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Is it safe to use a pill splitter for 10mg of lexapro? the pill is scored for splitting?
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Yes. If you only need 5 mg of the medication, it is safe to split the pill. Wish you good health!
Answered 12/9/2021
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Yes it is safe but I will let you know that that is a very low dose. Do consult your doctor about the medication and dosing.
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