I have been taking escitalopram for 3 days now for my anxiety. Has any one else experienced mild heart palpitations or tightness in chest when starting this? I have read about side effects and I am starting to feel them now. I have had hot flashes and more anxious feeling. I hope it gets better.
Escitalopram side effects?
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- 26 Nov 2020 by MG20
- Updated
- 26 November 2020
- Topics
- arrhythmia, anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder, escitalopram, side effect, heart, chest
Answers
Yes, these are common side effects that some people may experience when first starting escitalopram and other antidepressant/anxiolytics. They generally resolve within just days to a week or two and usually lessen each day.
"Common (1% to 10% of users): Palpitation, chest tightness, chest pain, flushing, hematoma, hot flush"
"Common (1% to 10% of users): Abnormal dreams, agitation, anxiety, nervousness, restlessness"
"Side effects have been reported to be generally mild and transient. They are most common during the first 2 weeks of treatment and decrease in intensity and frequency with continued treatment. They generally do not lead to treatment cessation."
I most certainly agree with you.
Happy Thanksgiving (if you're here in the States)!
Take care and stay safe, okay?
Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving to you too
( I am very far from the US), but if not a turkey we will have chicken to empathize with you... lol.
Further Information
- Escitalopram uses and safety info
- Escitalopram information for Healthcare Professionals (includes dosage details)
- Side effects of Escitalopram (detailed)
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