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A member asked:

My neurologist upped my lexapro (escitalopram) from 10mg to 20mg due to me being a big guy. does weight factor in dosage consideration?

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Dr. Carlos Satulovsky answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Weight is one consideration when thinking of dosage. Best wishes.

Dr Pappas and 9 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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