2007-01-08 21:54:34 · 5 answers · asked by Girl 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Lexapro is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Lexapro affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression or anxiety.
Lexapro is used to treat anxiety and major depressive disorder.
Lexapro may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
2007-01-08 22:01:16 · answer #1 · answered by richard_beckham2001 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lexapro is a medication used to treat depression, and other disorders.
2007-01-09 16:09:40 · answer #2 · answered by star22 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am currently on Lexapro for anxiety and depression. It is a wonderful drug, it makes you feel better think more postitive etc.
I haven't gained weight on it neither. I been taking it for about 7 months now. It does help.
2007-01-08 22:43:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lexapro is a mild sedative which is prescribed in cases of depression --- my wife is on Lexapro 10mg.
2007-01-08 22:03:04 · answer #4 · answered by daddyspanksalot 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
lexapro is used to treat depression associated with mood disorders but can also can be used to treat anxiety and OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder)
2007-01-08 22:02:37 · answer #5 · answered by falala 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋