Lexapro

Lexapro appears in breast milk and can affect a nursing infant. If you decide to breastfeed, Lexapro is not recommended.

Recommended dosage for Lexapro

ADULTS

The recommended dose of Lexapro tablets or oral solution is 10 milligrams once a day. If necessary, the doctor may increase the dose to 20 milligrams after a minimum of 1 week, but the higher dose is not recommended for most older adults and people with liver problems.

Overdosage

A massive overdose of Lexapro can be fatal. If you suspect an overdose, seek emergency treatment immediately.

• Typical symptoms of Lexapro overdose include:
  Dizziness, sweating, nausea, vomiting, tremors, drowsiness, rapid heartbeat, seizures

In rare cases, an overdose may also cause memory loss, confusion, coma, breathing problems, muscle wasting, irregular heartbeat, and a bluish tinge to the skin.