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A member asked:

Lexapro (escitalopram) lower heart rate? i started taking it six weeks ago (also take metoperlol) my heart rate has dropped into the low 50's since starting lexapro (escitalopram)

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Lexapro (escitalopram) selectively : Inhibit serotonin reuptake. Increase serotonin levels. Cardiovascular effects don't include bradycardia.

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Answered 4/24/2016

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