Yes, escitalopram (Lexapro) can reduce symptoms of anxiety. It is FDA-approved for general anxiety disorder and has shown promise in treating other anxiety disorders, such as panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, and social anxiety disorder.

Escitalopram may start reducing anxiety symptoms in as little as two weeks. Further improvements are seen over the next several weeks. In addition to anxiety medication, your prescriber may also recommend therapy and lifestyle modifications to manage your condition.

If you miss a dose of escitalopram (Lexapro), take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose. Do not double up or take two doses at once.

Avoid suddenly stopping escitalopram. If you need to stop taking escitalopram, your provider will slowly lower your dosage to prevent withdrawal symptoms. Withdrawal symptoms can occur within 1 to 3 days of abruptly stopping escitalopramor missing doses.

If you have questions about missed doses or how to stop taking escitalopram, reach out to your healthcare provider or pharmacist.

Yes, simply schedule an online video appointment with one of our providers. They will go over your symptoms, health conditions, and medications to determine if escitalopram is a safe option for you.

If appropriate, your provider can send the escitalopram prescription to a pharmacy of your choice.

Generic Lexapro, or escitalopram, is considerably cheaper than the brand-name version. To find the best price, consider shopping around as prices will vary.

The lowest price may be at your local pharmacy or even an online pharmacy. Some pharmacies may allow you to use an Rx savings card to save additional money.

Escitalopram (Lexapro) is only available via prescription from a licensed health care provider. Providers on Sesame can order escitalopram for local pickup on the same day. Talk to a provider on Sesame and get your prescription ordered right away for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your doctor.

The cost of escitalopram (Lexapro) will vary by location, pharmacy, quantity, and whether you are getting the generic medication (escitalopram) or brand-name (Lexapro).

If you have insurance, your plan may cover some or all of your medication. You can check your insurance plan’s medication formulary to see if escitalopram or escitalopram is covered.

If you do not have insurance, you can use Sesame’s Rx savings card at the pharmacy checkout to save up to 80% on your medication.

You can refill your prescription for escitalopram (Lexapro) online through reputable telehealth platforms like Sesame. Just book a visit with one of Sesame’s licensed mental health providers to discuss your symptoms. They can then review your medical history and write a prescription (or refill an existing one) for escitalopram if it’s right for you.

Keep in mind that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your healthcare provider, and Sesame providers cannot prescribe controlled substances.

When used with blood thinners or antiplatelet medications, escitalopram (Lexapro) can increase the risk of bleeding. escitalopram may also cause a manic episode when used without other medications in people who have bipolar disorder.

If escitalopram is used with other medications that can increase serotonin, it can cause serotonin syndrome. Symptoms of serotonin syndrome include anxiety, confusion, muscle stiffness, Increased heart rate, changes to blood pressure, and seizures.