Does Lexapro help ADHD?

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asked Oct 16, 2023 in Mental Health by mixafaxus (2,060 points)
Does Lexapro help ADHD?

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answered Apr 9 by Hatkoff (9,580 points)
Lexapro does help ADHD when used as an adjunctive therapy for ADHD.

However Lexapro is not used as a primary treatment for ADHD and Lexapro is also not a stimulant like Ritalin or Adderall is, so Lexapro won't give your the same desired results for the ADHD, like Ritalin or Adderall can.

Lexapro is not a stimulant although in rare cases you may become unusually energetic or euphoric.

Lexapro is an SSRI "reuptake inhibitor".

Lexapro is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor also known as an SSRI.

Lexapro is used to treat major depressive disorders and anxiety.

The most common side effects of taking Lexapro are diarrhea, nausea, low energy, excessive sweating, dry mouth, dizziness and difficulty sleeping.

Some other side effects of Lexapro include constipation, heartburn, gas, upset stomach, abdominal cramps and Insomnia.

Lexapro is pretty safe when taken as directed and prescribed by your doctor but if you do experience of those side effects it would be best to let your doctor know.

Lexapro is not the same as Xanax.

Lexapro and Xanax are similar medicines however they are not the same thing and are different.

Lexapro and Xanax are different prescription medicines although they both treat anxiety and depression.

The Lexapro medicine is an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) drug and Xanax is a benzodiazepine medicine.

Once you start taking Lexapro the Lexapro should kick in within 10 to 24 hours of taking it for the first time.

However while you should begin feeling some of the affects of the Lexapro the same day or at least the next day it can take awhile longer to feel the full affects of taking the Lexapro.

To feel the full affects and get the full benefits from taking the Lexapro it can take up to 4 to 6 weeks of taking the Lexapro for it to fully kick in.

Then as you continue taking the Lexapro it should keep the affect on you until you no longer take it.

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