r/lexapro

130K archived posts · May 2015 – Sep 2026

Lexapro

r/lexapro

A community for those prescribed Lexapro or Cipralex, also known as Escitalopram. Please be positive and supportive. [> If you are feeling suicidal call 1-800-273-8255. If you need emergency medical attention call 911. [> Read all the rules before posting the first time, and please do not ask for medical advice, contact your doctor or psychiatrist.

Created May 5, 2014

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Lexapro or Cipralex (Escitalopram) is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Escitalopram affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression or anxiety.

Please Consult your doctor/nurse practitioner before starting or stopping Lexapro. r/Lexapro is not liable for any damages or harm caused by Lexapro.

Follow Reddiquette
Read the Wiki
Understand that everyone's experiences with Lexapro are different
Keep the community updated with your progress or problems
Use clear and specific titles
Seek support or advice
Be supportive and offer advice
Post relevant scientific studies
See your doctor/psychiatrist/nurse practitioner and keep them updated about your progress and problems
Expect some side effects (especially nausea) up to 2 weeks in your medication
Discuss how to manage side effects

DON'T

Advertise in any way, especially for pharmaceuticals, this will result in a permanent ban
Ask for medical advice (Do not ask if you should start or stop Lexapro without consulting your doctor)
Stop Lexapro cold turkey without your doctor's approval, especially if you've been on it for more than a couple days, it is very dangerous (More info soon)
Ask for a diagnosis
Be rude to other members
Question the efficacy of Lexapro (Everyone is different), but feel free to discuss your specific issues so others like you can chime in
Expect Lexapro to work immediately, expect up to 3 months to see large changes

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