What is Lexapro and trazodone used for?
– Anxiety and Depre… Dr put me on lexapro and trazodone… The lexapro is for my anxiety. I have panic disorder and was having increasingly frequent panic attacks and then started not being able to sleep, at all, for days at a time.What are the side effects of Lexapro that differ from Desyrel?
Side effects of Lexapro that are different from Desyrel include sleep problems ( insomnia ), upset stomach, gas, heartburn, yawning, and ringing in the ears. Both Desyrel and Lexapro may interact with blood thinners and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).Does Lexapro help with sleep?
The lexapro is for my anxiety. I have panic disorder and was having increasingly frequent panic attacks and then started not being able to sleep, at all, for days at a time. I have been on the lexapro plus trazodone for sleep for a couple weeks now.
How long after stopping Lexapro can I take an MAOI?
Do not take an MAOI within 2 weeks of stopping Lexapro unless directed to do so by your physician. Do not start Lexapro if you stopped taking an MAOI in the last 2 weeks unless directed to do so by your physician. People who take Lexapro close in time to an MAOI may have serious or even life-threatening side effects.What is the difference between Oleptro and Lexapro for depression and anxiety?
Lexapro (escitalopram) is good for treating depression and anxiety. It is less likely to cause side effects than and has fewer drug interactions. However, it might not be a good choice if you have liver or heart problems. Oleptro (Trazodone) works well as a sleep aid, but has more side effects when used at higher doses for treating depression.What is Lexapro used to treat?
Lexapro (escitalopram) has less drug interactions than other similar antidepressants and might cause fewer side effects. Commonly used in lower doses to help treat sleep problems (insomnia). Safer sleep medication than others (benzodiazepines or Unisom) for people age 65 and older.