Lexapro

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Miles

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Joined : Jan 2016

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Posted 1/10/2016 2:07 AM (GMT 0)

Okay, so my mom takes escitalopram (lexapro) I have anxiety and depression so recently I have taken her pills (only when I need to) she has 10mg and 20mg pills. I've been taking the 20mg but I want to take 2 of the 20mg but I don't know what the side effects would be. Does anyone know? (I don't want advice on not taking it I just want to know the side effects of taking 40mg if there is any)

Scaredy Cat

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Posted 1/10/2016 2:30 AM (GMT 0)

Hi Miles,

Sorry to hear about your challenges with anxiety and depression. ..

...however, you are not going to find support here in taking an Rx that is not prescribed for you.

An SSRI can NOT be taken as needed. It must be taken regularly to be at therapeutic levels in the body...so the way in which you are using it is ineffective and not advised.

You must go in and be evaluated yourself, and get your own prescription...or other recommendation from your doctor...to be safe.

For now, see our Resources for self help material in relieving your anxiety.

Make an appointment for yourself a.s.a.p.

Peace and progress.

S.C.

Hibee

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Posted 1/10/2016 10:09 AM (GMT 0)

Hi Miles

Welcome to the forum but sorry to hear you have been struggling with anxiety and depression.

You really need to make an appointment with you doctor regarding taking medication as it's not advisable to take someone else's meds.

Lexapro is a strong medication and the max dose is 20mg.

Have a look at our resources for some useful links to self help.

Hibee

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