What are the side effects of Escitalopram?
The most common side effects of Escitalopram are tiredness and sleepiness. The side effects experienced by adults who use this drug are different for children who use the drug.
These side effects are common in adults who use Escitalopram:
- Sleepiness
- Weakness
- Anxiousness
- Dizziness
- Sexual problems
- Trouble sleeping
- Shaking
- Sweating
- Yawning
- Lack of hunger
- Constipation
- Infection
- Dry mouth
- Nausea [1]
These side effects are common in children who use Escitalopram:
- Lack of hunger
- Increased thirst
- Unexpected nosebleeds
- Heavy menstrual periods [2]
- Difficult urination
- Nausea
- Sleepiness
- Weakness
- Abnormal increase in muscle movement or agitation
- Possible slowed growth rate and weight change
- Dizziness
- Trouble sleeping
- Sweating
- Shaking
- Sexual problems
- Dry mouth
- Constipation [3]
- Yawning
- Infection
- Anxiousness
Mild side effects usually leave after a few days or weeks. It is important to visit your doctor or pharmacist if these effects are mild, they may go away within a few days or a couple of weeks. If they’re more severe or don’t go away, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.