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Could lexapro (escitalopram) cause blood pressure spikes?
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No : Lexapro (escitalopram) doesn't affect bp. In rare instances, it can be associated with the serotonin syndrome which can cause rapid heart beat associated with agitation and twitching (neuromuscular irritability/hyperreflexia).
Answered 6/27/2014
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Possible: Yes it can happen. However, it's a good idea to get checked by your primary care physician to make sure other causes are looked at as well.
Answered 7/16/2014
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