Does Lexapro help tinnitus? Unpacking the Link Between SSRIs and Ringing Ears
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According to the American Tinnitus Association, over 45 million Americans experience tinnitus, a condition characterized by a phantom ringing or other noise in the ears. While some antidepressants are occasionally used to manage the anxiety that can accompany tinnitus, research suggests that the SSRI Lexapro (escitalopram) is more likely to cause or worsen the condition rather than alleviate it.
