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Can Duloxetine HCL Be Substituted With Lexapro?

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Posted on Thu, 5 May 2022
Question: Can Duloxetine HCL be substituted with Lexapro?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
In your case no.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Escitalopram (Lexapro) is a drug used mainly for depression and anxiety, the effects on the neuropathy symptoms are not well established.

So, if you use duloxetine for both, neuropathy and anxiety, Lexapro is not a suitable substitute.

Drugs such pregabalin (Lyrica), gabapentin, have good properties for anxiety and neuropathy, so, in my opinion, you should discuss with your Doctor for this possibility.

Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Can Duloxetine HCL Be Substituted With Lexapro?

Brief Answer: In your case no. Detailed Answer: Hello, Escitalopram (Lexapro) is a drug used mainly for depression and anxiety, the effects on the neuropathy symptoms are not well established. So, if you use duloxetine for both, neuropathy and anxiety, Lexapro is not a suitable substitute. Drugs such pregabalin (Lyrica), gabapentin, have good properties for anxiety and neuropathy, so, in my opinion, you should discuss with your Doctor for this possibility. Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.