Generic Lexapro comes as a tablet usually taken once a day with or without food. Follow the practice of taking Lexapro Escitalopram everyday at the same time. This will help you remember your dose. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you dont understand any instructions on your prescription label. It is very important that you consume Lexapro Escitalopram as directed or go by your doctors advice.

The complete benefit of Lexapro Escitalopram can be seen in the period of 1-4 weeks. Keep taking Lexapro Escitalopram even if you feel well. Even if you have to stop Lexapro Medication check with your doctor first and understand Lexapro Withdrawal Symptoms. This becomes even more important if you were consuming large doses.

Some of the common Lexapro Side Effects are listed below. But if the following symptoms persist for long time check with your doctor immediately.

Upset Stomach - Diarrhea - Constipation - Changes In Sex Drive Or Ability - Difficulty Falling - Asleep Or Staying Asleep - Drowsiness - Increased Sweating - Dizziness - Heartburn - Stomach Pain - Excessive Tiredness - Dry Mouth - Increased Appetite - Flu-Like Symptoms - Runny Nose - Sneezing

Some of the more serious Lexapro Side Effects are:

The following symptoms are uncommon and if you experience either of them call your doctor immediately.

Unusual excitement - Seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist hallucinating

Unless your doctor tells you otherwise continue your normal diet.

In case of overdose call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing call local emergency services at 911.

Symptoms of overdose may include:

Dizziness Sweating - Upset Stomach Vomiting Tremor Drowsiness - Fast or Pounding Heartbeat Seizures Confusion Forgetfulness - Fast Breathing - Coma

Keep all appointments with your doctor. Do not let anyone else take your medication. Clarify doubts if any from your pharmacist regarding refilling your prescription.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However if it is almost time for the next dose skip the missed dose and keep taking your dose as per schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Lexapro Escitalopram works as a Lexapro Antidepressant which is used to treat depression. Escitalopram is in a class of antidepressants mood elevators called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors SSRIs. It works by increasing the amount of serotonin a natural substance in the brain that helps maintain mental balance

You should store this medicine in the same container that it was shipped in tightly closed and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture not in the bathroom. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.

When consuming escitalopram tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to escitalopram citalopram Celexa or any other medications.

Do not take escitalopram if you are taking an MAO inhibitor such as phenelzine Nardil or tranylcypromine Parnate or have stopped taking them in the last 2 weeks.

You should know that escitalopram is very similar to another SSRI citalopram Celexa. You should not take these two medications together.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications vitamins nutritional supplements and herbal products you are taking.

Be sure to mention anticoagulants blood thinners such as warfarin Coumadin antihistamines carbamazepine Tegretol cimetidine Tagamet ketoconazole Sporanox lithium Eskalith Lithobid Lithotabs medications for anxiety mental illness or seizures metoprolol Lopressor Toprol XL other antidepressants such as desipramine Norpramin sedatives sleeping pills sumatriptan Imitrex and tranquilizers.

Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.