Lexapro
® (
escitalopram oxalate) is a type of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor that is commonly used for treating conditions of the brain. While it is primarily used for treating
depression, healthcare providers may also prescribe the medicine Lexapro for
anxiety (specifically,
generalized anxiety disorder).
The medication comes in both tablet and liquid form, and is typically taken once a day. Your healthcare provider will recommend an appropriate dosage based on your age, the specific condition being treated, and other existing conditions you may have.
Before you begin taking Lexapro for anxiety or depression, talk to your healthcare provider if you have
bipolar disorder (or a family history of
bipolar disorder),
diabetes, liver disease, or any
allergies.
(Click Lexapro to learn more about the uses, dosing guidelines, effects, and potential side effects of this medicine.)
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