Lexapro Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)
Lexapro contains Escitalopram and belongs to the SSRI (Antidepressant) group. Below are all the approved and common uses of Lexapro in Pakistan.
Primary Uses (Mukhya Istemal)
- Major depressive disorder
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Panic disorder
Who Should Take It (Kin logon ke liye)
- Adults diagnosed with depression or an anxiety-related condition by a qualified doctor
- Patients who have been assessed for other conditions and medicines that could interact with an SSRI
- Patients able to commit to regular follow-up visits, especially in the first weeks of treatment
When NOT to Use Lexapro (Kab nahi leni chahiye)
- If you are allergic to Escitalopram or any of its ingredients
- If you are currently taking, or have taken in the last 14 days, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)
- If you have a diagnosed heart rhythm problem such as Long QT syndrome, without your doctor's explicit approval
Summary
Lexapro is prescribed for major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and panic disorder. Always consult a doctor before starting or stopping this medicine, and never stop it abruptly.
The information in this guide is for educational purposes only.