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?
Question posted by MG20 on 26 Nov 2020
Last updated on 26 November 2020
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WildcatVet
26 Nov 2020
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."
masso
26 Nov 2020
I most certainly agree with you.
WildcatVet
26 Nov 2020
Happy Thanksgiving (if you're here in the States)!
Take care and stay safe, okay?
masso
26 Nov 2020
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.
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