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Can I taper the dose of Lexapro on my own, as it gives me headaches?
Query: Hello doctor, I started taking Lexapro four to five weeks ago. I have major headaches and nausea and want to stop. However, I cannot get a hold of my doctor. Can I just stop, or should I taper the medication? I am on 20 mg daily. I also take Gabapentine. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. May I know what you were diagnosed with? Was Lexapro 20 mg started directly for you without starting with lower doses of 5 mg, 10 mg, and 15 mg? Lexapro (Escitalopram) dosage should be slowly escalated at the beginning of the treatment in order to avoid headaches and... Read Full »