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What happens if you take Lexapro and don't need it?

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According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, a medication like Lexapro can cause a withdrawal or 'discontinuation' syndrome if stopped abruptly after extended use. If you take Lexapro and don't need it, you risk significant side effects, potential dependency, and a disruption of your natural brain chemistry, all without the intended therapeutic benefits.