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Expert: Eric Brandt - 5/6/2009


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My prozac has worked for many years but for several months I have noticed the effectiveness going downward.  My doctor switched me to Lexapro, but wants me to gradually get off Prozac before I start the Lexapro.  I'm afraid of what might happen w/ the lower doses in my system.  Can I just start taking Lexapro?

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Hi Lisa,
Prozac has a long half life in the body so you need not worry that you will not have any in you. I suggest a washout period of no Prozac for 3-4 days then starting on Lexapro.
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Eric Brandt, B.Sc. Pharm

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