The recommended dosage is the same as for adults
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Studies show adults on Wegovy regained 2/3 of their lost weight within a year of being taken off the drug, so it’s possible, even likely, a child could be on semaglutide for life, says
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F)
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More serious side effects of Lexapro are rare
Very high blood pressure
Safety data for escitalopram in pediatric depression was reviewed from three RCTs and one case report
Fluoxetine is approved for kids 8 and up, and escitalopram for
T he concept of depressive disorders in children and adolescents is a relatively new phenomenon that dates back only to empirical studies conducted in the late 1980s (Birmaher et al
According to the black box warning (the strictest warning for prescription drugs issued by the FDA), taking Lexapro can result in an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors, particularly in children, adolescents, and young adults—especially when beginning treatment or changing the dosage
Another way they differ is that Wellbutrin is not approved for use in children or adolescents
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However, the dose is usually not more than 20 mg per day
If the dose is increased to 20 mg, this should occur after a minimum of one
Because Prozac’s half-life is longer than Lexapro Dosage
People who take some of the newer antidepressants, including Lexapro, may