Talk to your doctor or the experts at Minded if you experience any of these or other side effects. Rare or serious side effects of Celexa include:. Celexa and other SSRI antidepressant medications may also increase your risk for potentially life-threatening bleeding—especially if they are taken with medications such as aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories NSAIDs—like ibuprofen or naproxen , and warfarin an anticoagulant medication , or other anticoagulants, like Eliquis.
Celexa taken with one or more of these medications may make your gums, nose, stomach, or intestines bleed more easily. This means the FDA has identified certain serious safety risks from taking this medication.
But while these are serious safety warnings , the actual risk may be low or even rare. The Black Box warning for Celexa states that children, adolescents, and young adults under the age of 24 who are taking antidepressants may be at a higher risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors.
Studies did not show an increased risk in people older than 24 years of age, and the risk actually decreased in people 65 and older. The warning also states that Celexa is not approved for use in children under the age of Because SSRIs like Celexa may affect your baby during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, it is important to discuss your medication treatment plan with your doctor or prescribing nurse if you are planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding.
You should not drink alcohol if you are taking Celexa or other antidepressant medications, for many reasons. Alcohol can also decrease the positive effects of antidepressant medications and increase the negative effects, such as sedation. Additionally, there is a risk of unintentionally overdosing on Celexa if it is taken with alcohol. Symptoms of a Celexa overdose may include :. You should not skip doses of Celexa in order to drink alcohol. If you need to stop taking Celexa for any reason, you will want to work with your prescribing nurse or doctor to come up with a plan to carefully and gradually taper down your dose to avoid withdrawal symptoms.
Antidepressant medication withdrawal symptoms are sometimes mild and last a week or two, but for some people, symptoms can last weeks or even months. Lexapro is the brand name of the generic medication escitalopram. Whether you are taking Lexapro for depression or anxiety, the starting dose is usually 10 mg taken once daily.
If needed, your doctor or prescribing nurse might gradually increase your dosage over several weeks. As with Celexa, Lexapro is a once-daily medication that can be taken in the morning or the evening, with or without food.
If you accidentally miss a dose of Lexapro, you will want to either take the missed dose as soon as you remember or, if it is closer to the time when you would take your next dose, just take the next dose. That being said, it can take 6 to 8 weeks or more for other common symptoms—like depressed mood or decreased interest in day-to-day activities—to noticeably improve.
Common side effects of Lexapro include:. While some of the side effects of Lexapro may improve during the first week or two as you continue taking the medication, other side effects—such as sexual side effects—may not go away over time. Always talk to your doctor, prescribing nurse, or the experts at Minded if you experience these or any other side effects.
Rare or serious side effects of Lexapro include:. Because Lexapro is an SSRI medication, it also may increase your risk for potentially life-threatening bleeding in your gums, nose, stomach, or intestines. This risk is further increased if you are also taking medications such as aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories NSAIDs—like ibuprofen or naproxen , and warfarin an anticoagulant medication , or other anticoagulants, like Eliquis.
Seek medical attention right away if you experience any of these or other serious side effects. The Black Box warning for Lexapro says that antidepressants may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors in children, adolescents, and young adults.
It also states that Lexapro is not approved for use in children under 12 years of age. Always discuss your depression or anxiety treatment plan with your doctor or prescribing nurse if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to breastfeed.
This is because Lexapro and other SSRI medications can affect your baby during pregnancy and by being passed on to your baby when breastfeeding. If you are taking Lexapro or other antidepressant medications, you should not drink alcohol.
Alcohol may temporarily seem to improve your mood, but it can actually make your anxiety or depression symptoms worse in the long term. Alcohol can also decrease the benefits of your antidepressant medications as well as increase their negative effects, such as sedation. Plus, there is a risk of accidentally overdosing on Lexapro if it is taken with alcohol. Symptoms of a Lexapro overdose may include :.
All FDA black box warnings are at the end of this fact sheet. Please review before taking this medication. Escitalopram is an antidepressant medication that works in the brain. Generalized anxiety disorder GAD occurs when a person experiences excessive anxiety or worry for at least six months. Other symptoms include:. They should be clear about the limits of the research around that medication and if there are any other options.
Do not stop taking escitalopram, even when you feel better. With input from you, your health care provider will assess how long you will need to take the medicine. Depression is also a part of bipolar illness. People with bipolar disorder who take antidepressants may be at risk for "switching" from depression into mania. Symptoms of mania include "high" or irritable mood, very high self-esteem, decreased need for sleep, pressure to keep talking, racing thoughts, being easily distracted, frequently involved in activities with a large risk for bad consequences for example, excessive buying sprees.
Medical attention should be sought if serotonin syndrome is suspected. If you are planning on becoming pregnant, notify your health care provider to best manage your medications. People living with MDD who wish to become pregnant face important decisions. Untreated MDD has risks to the fetus, as well as the mother. It is important to discuss the risks and benefits of treatment with your doctor and caregivers.
For women who take antidepressant medications during weeks 13 through the end of their pregnancy second and third trimesters , there is a risk that the baby can be born before it is fully developed before 37 weeks. This is a potentially fatal condition that is associated with use of the antidepressant in the second half of pregnancy. However, women who discontinued antidepressant therapy were five times more likely to have a depression relapse than those who continued their antidepressant.
If you are pregnant, please discuss the risks and benefits of antidepressant use with your health care provider. Typically patients begin at a low dose of medicine and the dose is increased slowly over several weeks. The dose usually ranges from 10 mg to 20 mg. Only your health care provider can determine the correct dose for you.
The liquid should be measured with a dosing spoon or oral syringe which you can get from your pharmacy. Consider using a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication.
You may also ask a family member or friend to remind you or check in with you to be sure you are taking your medication. If you miss a dose of escitalopram, take it as soon as you remember, unless it is closer to the time of your next dose. Discuss this with your health care provider. Do not double your next dose or take more than what is prescribed.
Avoid drinking alcohol or using illegal drugs while you are taking antidepressant medications. They may decrease the benefits e. If an overdose occurs, call your doctor or You may need urgent medical care. Make sure that you have planned what to do if you experience any side effects from taking escitalopram and ask family and friends to support you during your treatment. Stopping escitalopram suddenly can cause unpleasant withdrawal effects. Go to your doctor if you want to stop, or if you are having these effects.
You might feel sleepy in the first few days after taking escitalopram. Do not drive a car, ride a bike or operate machines until you see how this affects you. Escitalopram sometimes causes symptoms in newborn babies that affect their breathing.
Talk to your doctor and midwife so that your baby can be closely monitored after birth. Tell them how much you have taken. Get a friend or family member to go with you if you can, just in case you feel ill on the way. Stop taking escitalopram and go to a doctor or hospital straight away if you get any of the following symptoms:. Go to a doctor or hospital straight away, but do not stop your escitalopram, if you get any of the following symptoms:. Escitalopram has fewer side effects than many other medicines used for depression , but if they occur, they can be serious.
Most side effects that appear should get better after a few days. If they do not, you should go back to your doctor. If you get any side effects not listed here, please look at the patient leaflet in the medicine pack.
Do not stop taking the tablets until you talk to your doctor, or you may get withdrawal symptoms as well. Very common side effects of taking escitalopram affecting more than one in ten people include:. We use cookies We use cookies on this website to store user preferences, aid in accessibility and analyse our traffic.
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About escitalopram. Please note. Always talk to your doctor about your situation and whether this medication is for you. Thinking about trying medication? Read our guide. How escitalopram works. Escitalopram is a type of antidepressant called a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor SSRI. Escitalopram is often prescribed alongside a talking therapy. Escitalopram and everyday life. Frequently asked questions.
How long does it take to start working? It takes two to four weeks for escitalopram to show its full effect. What effects will it have on my body? It is difficult to know how escitalopram will affect each person who takes it.
Talk to your doctor about this if it worries you. Should I tell my family and friends I am taking it? Will it affect my sleep? Can I drink alcohol and take street drugs while taking it? Alcohol You can continue to drink alcohol in moderation while taking escitalopram. Street drugs Cannabis can give you a fast heartbeat if taken alongside escitalopram.
Escitalopram could raise the level of cocaine in your body, giving you a bigger reaction. Can I take it with other medications? Do not take escitalopram with the herbal product St. Can I drive while taking it?
Do not worry - most people drive and do other things as normal while taking escitalopram. Can I take it if I am pregnant or breastfeeding? Pregnancy Risks with escitalopram in pregnancy are low but women who are trying to get pregnant should talk about it with their doctor. Post-natal If escitalopram is taken in the last five months of a pregnancy, it can cause a serious condition called persistent pulmonary hypertension of the new-born PPHN.
There are some other symptoms that can occur in newborn babies if escitalopram is taken in the last three months of pregnancy, so do look out for these and get help if they happen: fits or shaking being too hot or cold feeding difficulties or being sick having stiff or floppy muscles, or overactive reflexes being jittery, irritable or having constant crying being very sleepy or finding it difficult to sleep These are usually mild and go away in a few days without treatment.
Breastfeeding Escitalopram passes to the baby in breast milk in small amounts. Breastfeeding may help offset any withdrawal symptoms. Will it affect my sex life or fertility?
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