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Are Nausea And Loss Of Appetite Side Effects Of Lexapro?
I have been taking Lexapro, 10 mg for 10 weeks now, after I began taking the medicine maybe 2 weeks or so after I begani= stay nauseous and have a loss of appetite for most of the day, I generally take the medication around 9:00 in the morning, I eat a little with the medicine and usually have a appetite towards 5 or 6 in the evening, I am hoping this is a side effect of the med but am concerned.
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Hello,
It is not related to Lexapro. It might be due to gastritis and an unhealthy diet. Avoid spicy foods.
As a first-line management antacids like omeprazole or pantoprazole can be taken. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It is not related to Lexapro. It might be due to gastritis and an unhealthy diet. Avoid spicy foods.
As a first-line management antacids like omeprazole or pantoprazole can be taken. If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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