Lexapro - Escitalopram - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Lexapro.
• Lexapro
• es-sye-TAL-oh-pram

Lexapro Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature (77 degrees F or 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
• Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Medicinal Applications

• Escitalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
• It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters).

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Certain medications taken with this product could result in serious, even fatal, drug interactions.
• Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (for example, furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within 2 weeks before or after treatment with this medication.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist for additional information.
• Do not take this medication with citalopram because the two agents are very similar.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
• This drug should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur.

Lexapro Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.

Read Before Using Lexapro (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, diarrhea, constipation, loss of appetite, stomach pain, dizziness, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, fatigue, increased sweating, or dry mouth may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth usually once daily with or without food; or as directed by your doctor.
• You should take your dosage at the same time each day, either in the morning or in the evening.
• The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
• It is important to continue taking this medication as prescribed even if you feel well.
• Also, do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
• It may take up to several weeks before the full benefit of this drug takes effect.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include.