⚕️ Full Prescribing Information
For complete safety information, warnings, and dosage guidelines:
View FDA Label (PDF) →📋 Overview
Lexapro is an SSRI antidepressant used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. It is similar to Celexa but more potent.
How It Works
Lexapro increases serotonin levels in the brain by blocking its reuptake, improving mood and reducing anxiety.
✓ FDA Approved Uses
- Depression
- Generalized anxiety disorder
⚡ Common Side Effects
Contact your doctor if these persist or worsen:
- Nausea
- Headache
- Sleep problems
- Dry mouth
- Sweating
🚨 Serious Side Effects
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
- Increased suicide risk
- Serotonin syndrome
- Severe allergic reactions
⚠️ Do Not Use If
- MAOI use within 14 days
- Pimozide use
- Allergic to escitalopram or citalopram
📢 Important Warnings
- Increased suicide risk in young adults
- Serotonin syndrome
- Discontinuation syndrome