Question posted by 321452310 on 6 Jan 2021
Last updated on 6 January 2021 by WildcatVet
I've been prescribed Cipralex 10mg by my doctor. The actual name for it is escitalopram. I was told by my doctor that I will be on the medication for four weeks for my depression and anxiety. Then I will be on Cipralex 20 mg for four weeks. To be honest I am quite nervous about taking the medication.
Am not sure if the medication causes hair loss and other serious side effects?
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Most, if not all, psychotropic medications have some potential to cause hair loss but it's very rare with escitalopram:
Uncommon (0.1% to 1% of users): Alopecia, dry skin, pruritus"
The best way to help overcome your concerns is to fully acquaint yourself with your medication by reading the Patient Information sheet that should come with your prescription and you can also use the following link:
https://www.drugs.com/escitalopram.html
As far as side effects I want you to scroll down to the section that says For Health Care Professionals so that you can see that most people don't experience any serious side effects. Look at the percentages. Also, just because there are a lot listed doesn't mean you'll get them all and if you do have a couple they're usually mild and generally resolve within days to a couple of weeks.
If you have more questions or concerns just post again, okay?
Best regards and you should be feeling better very quickly.
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