Dosage
Your doctor considers several factors before prescribing a dose to you. They include:
- Your age
- The condition being treated
- How severe is your condition is
- Other medical conditions you have
- How you react to the first dose
Adults between 18 and 64 years should take 10-20 mg once every day. Children between 12 and 17 years should take 10 to 20 once per day. More research needs to be done to understand the effect of the drug on children younger than 11 years.
Conclusion
Escitalopram is a prescribed medication used to treat depression and anxiety disorders. It belongs to a group of medications, known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Its side effects can be divided into mild and serious categories. Contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately if you notice any life-threatening side effects.
References
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[2] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17734-menorrhagia-heavy-menstrual-bleeding
[3] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4059-constipation
[4] https://acaai.org/allergies/allergic-conditions/skin-allergy/hives/
[5] https://www.healthline.com/health/muscle-stiffness
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