Background Escitalopram is licensed for use at doses up to 20 mg but is used clinically at higher doses. There is limited published data at higher doses and none in the treatment of Major ...

Starting a new medication for your mental health can be a time full of uncertainty. And there’s a lot of information about ...

Lexapro (escitalopram) has potential interactions with other medications, some supplements, and alcohol. For example, Lexapro can interact with apixaban (Eliquis) and venlafaxine (Effexor XR).

Healthcare professionals may recommend tapering off antidepressants, like Lexapro, if you experience unwanted side effects, need to switch medications, or have reached the end of a short-term ...