How does escitalopram effect people that have a history of childhood ADHD?

19 May 2011

Hey anxietyattacks,

This is difficult to answer because we all respond to a medication differently. Escitalopram (lexapro) is prescribed to treat anxiety as well as depressive disorders and works very well for some. It does cause increased agitation or impulsiveness for others. So it could possible make the symptoms of anxiety worse. Not likely, but it is possible. Unfortunately, it is a trail and error sort of deal. What works for some doesn't for others. There are lots of meds to try and you just have to experiment. Take it for a month and see how you do, if the anxiety increases then you can try a different SSRI or SNRI until you find the one that works for you. You really need try and give it a month to see if it is going to work as it may cause side effects in the beginning that will subside with continued use. I wish there was an easier way or a more direct way, but there is not.

Best wishes,

Laurie

19 May 2011

Hi. Doing a search on esitalopram and how it affects people that have a history of childhood ADHD,,was difficult to find. I found a little amount on "CONCERTA." web site: Those who want to know the answer to this question, her it is: This is widely viewed as an inherited condition.; 25% of close relatives of a child with ADHD also have the condition ; There's a chance you might also have it if your child has ADHD.
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