Drug interactions can be severe and even fatal in some cases, so exercise caution when combining Lexapro, marijuana, or any other chemical substances
This drug can interact
Marijuana contains THC, and while it impacts several neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin, THC primarily interacts with the brain’s CB1 receptors
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THC, the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, interacts with nearly 400 prescription medications, and CBD (cannabidiol) interacts with more than 540
Lexapro is prescribed to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder
A fixed-dose trial of Lexapro demonstrated the effectiveness of both 10 mg and 20 mg of Lexapro, but failed to demonstrate a greater benefit of 20 mg over 10 mg [see Clinical Studies ()]
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It treats depression and anxiety by increasing the amount of serotonin in your brain
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Escitalopram, the (S)-enantiomer of citalopram, is a highly selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
Wellbutrin (bupropion) and Lexapro (escitalopram) are antidepressant medications
If you take them together or do not wait the proper amount of time, you may develop confusion, agitation, restlessness, stomach or bowel symptoms, a sudden high body temperature, an extremely high blood pressure, or severe seizures
It belongs to a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors that increase the amount of Foster et al
Depending on clinical response and
For some people, these go away as your body gets used to the medication
lack or loss of strength
Increased sweating
For example, cannabis may interfere with the metabolism of certain medications
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If the dose is increased to 20 mg, this should occur after a minimum of one week
Serious side effects of Prozac and Lexapro can include: suicidal thoughts or actions
Escitalopram (Lexapro) is used to treat depression and anxiety
One of Lexapro's weight gain mechanisms is that it increases serotonin levels, and serotonin plays a role in weight control