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Lexapro Tablets

Generic name: Escitalopram Tabletses-sye-TAL-oh-pram ]
Brand name: Lexapro
Drug class: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 2, 2024.

Warning

For all patients taking this medicine:
  • Drugs like this one have raised the chance of suicidal thoughts or actions in children and young adults. The risk may be greater in people who have had these thoughts or actions in the past. All people who take Lexapro (escitalopram tablets) need to be watched closely. Call the doctor right away if signs like low mood (depression), nervousness, restlessness, grouchiness, panic attacks, or changes in mood or actions are new or worse. Call the doctor right away if any thoughts or actions of suicide occur.
Children:
  • This medicine is not approved for use in all children. Talk with the doctor to be sure that Lexapro (escitalopram tablets) is right for your child.
  • If your child has been given Lexapro (escitalopram tablets), talk with the doctor about the benefits and risks. Talk with the doctor if you have questions or concerns about giving Lexapro (escitalopram tablets) to your child.

Uses of Lexapro:

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Lexapro?

This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Lexapro (escitalopram tablets).

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Lexapro (escitalopram tablets) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Lexapro?

For all patients taking Lexapro (escitalopram tablets):

Children:

How is this medicine (Lexapro) best taken?

Use Lexapro (escitalopram tablets) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

sertraline, trazodone, duloxetine, escitalopram, hydroxyzine, alprazolam, venlafaxine, citalopram, Zoloft, Xanax

What are some other side effects of Lexapro?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

How do I store and/or throw out Lexapro?

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