Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Is 10mg of lexapro (escitalopram) the best and lowest starting dose?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Lexapro (escitalopram) treatment: 10 mg of Lexapro (escitalopram) is considered to be the lowest starting dose for an adult. It may be the best therapeutic dose if you have mild anxiety or depression or if you are typically sensitive to medications.
Answered 6/27/2014
5.1k views
I sometimes use: 5 mg of Lexapro (escitalopram) for patients who have had significant side effects with previous ssri's or who specific health issues. 10mg is the normal starting dose. Dosing comes in 5, 10, 20 mg tablets plus liquid.
Answered 4/7/2020
4.6k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
On 10mg generic lexapro, (escitalopram) will i get side effects again if i go up to 20mg. Is 10mg just a starting dose mostly and can20mg work better?
8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
What's the max dose of Ativan daily one could take while beginning 10mg of lexapro (escitalopram)? Very anxious, normal dose isn't as effective right now....
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I take 10mg Lexapro (escitalopram) going up to 15mg I have been taking the 10mg at 3 am i want to start taking it at 10pm do I need to skip a dose to do this?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Is 30 mg of Lexapro (escitalopram) a very large dose?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
What is the best way to ween off of lexapro (escitalopram)?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
Is 10mg of Lexapro (escitalopram) the best lowest start dose or is it better to start with 5mg to experience less side effects?
What is the best time of the day to take lexapro (escitalopram).I take tkhem at night time and feel groggy next day. Also is 10mg a strong dose.Thanks?
If Lexapro (escitalopram) 10 is not working for severe depression/anxiety after 3 weeks is it best to increase dose to 20mg or change the antidepressant?
Took 5mg lexapro (escitalopram) for 3 weeks, Dr upped dose to 10mg a week ago. Should I wait 4-6 weeks on the 10mg to see results or is it 4-6 wks altogether?
I'm taking 5mg of Lexapro (escitalopram) for one week. I will increase my dose to 10mg after that. How long does it take for Lexapro (escitalopram) to take full effect?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
