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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
In your child.Call a doctor right away if you or a child taking Lexapro have:new or worse depression or anxietynew or worse irritability or aggressivenessagitation (feelings of distress), restlessness, or feeling unable to be stillnew or worse trouble sleepingextreme levels of excitement and activity, or talking very fastimpulsive or dangerous behaviornew or increased thoughts about suicideany other changes in mood, feelings, thoughts, or behaviorsOther precautionsBefore taking Lexapro, talk with your doctor about your health history. Lexapro may not be right for you if you have certain medical conditions or other factors affecting your health. These include:Allergic reaction. If you’ve had an allergic reaction to Lexapro, any of its ingredients, or the related antidepressant citalopram (Celexa), your doctor will likely not prescribe Lexapro. Ask your doctor what other medications may be better options for you.Bipolar disorder or mania. Lexapro can sometimes cause manic episodes. If you have bipolar disorder, taking Lexapro could increase your risk of having a manic episode. Before starting Lexapro treatment, talk with your doctor about mental health problems that you or your family have had in the past. This will help your doctor determine whether Lexapro is safe for you.Seizure disorders. Lexapro can sometimes cause seizures. If you have a seizure disorder such as epilepsy, Lexapro could make your condition worse. Talk with your doctor about whether Lexapro is right for you.Low sodium level. Lexapro can sometimes lower the level of sodium in your blood. If you already have low sodium, Lexapro could make this worse. You may have an increased risk of a low sodium level with Lexapro if you’re over 65 years old.Your risk may also increase if you become dehydrated while taking Lexapro. Vomiting, diarrhea, taking diuretic medications, and not drinking enough water can all increase your risk of dehydration and low sodium. If you have an increased risk of low sodium, your doctor may order blood tests to monitor your sodium level while you take Lexapro.Bleeding problems. Lexapro can increase your risk of bleeding. If you have bleeding problems, such as problems with blood clotting or a bleeding stomach ulcer (sore) taking Lexapro
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