I was switched to the generic Lexapro (escitalopram) at the end of March. I noticed about the end of April that my left pupil would sometimes be slightly larger than my right. This obviously threw me into complete panic mode so I went to my optometrist. He couldn't notice it, but sent me to a neuro-opthomologist just for piece of mind. He also couldn't notice it. It happens mainly at night... and I take my medication at night. I recently switched back to the Lexapro about a week ago as my anxiety symptoms came back full force. I'm concerned about these uneven pupils..
Escitalopram - Has anyone experienced uneven pupils while on this???
Question posted by capricorn123 on 13 July 2012
Last updated on 14 July 2012
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kaismama
13 July 2012
Are they still uneven since you're back on the lexapro? Do others see it when you do? I'm just wondering if the lighting when you're looking in a mirror could make any difference. You did right in checking out your eyes, but you also need to make an appt with your primary asap. Are you on any other meds?
capricorn123
13 July 2012
Yes, I asked my boyfriend if he noticed it when I did and he saw the slight difference as well. And yes, so far I still notice it sometimes while on lexapro. I am not on any other medications except for aviane birth control. It is making me very anxious to think about...
kaismama
13 July 2012
I would suggest you see your primary. It may not be because of the lexapro, it may be nothing, or it could be something. Meanwhile, take note of when it occurs, like is it always at a certain time of day? Maybe don't take your lexapro until after that time, and see what happens. Just some things for you to think about until you can see your doc.
capricorn123
14 July 2012
I don't believe my primary care doctor will tell me anything more than a neuroopthamoogist would. They would just refer me to a specialist in which I've already gone to. Thank you for the advice, though.
kaismama
14 July 2012
There are things that can cause uneven pupils that really have nothing to do with the eyes. That is why I said a primary, so he can point you to the person who could help you.
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