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Tapering: Lexapro

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Newport, Rhode Island

Switched to LIQUID RX 6 days ago! 7th Lexapro Update - Feeling Okay

August 19, 2026··
taper update
Feeling okay. Biggest complaint is diarrhea I believe to be caused by the sorbitol (inactive ingredient) in the LIQUID lexapro. I have been struggling with GI upset since my first liquid dose...

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Lexapro — 10mg — 8 years — researching taper | without clinician

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Thanks for the update, JAG. Sorry about the GI trouble, sorbitol can definitely do that. Hopefully it settles soon. How's everything else going?

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