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Q: Menopause - Lexapro for hot flashes or depression ?

asked by: DoctorQuestion on July 28th, 2007

is it unusual for a women going through menopause to be perscribed lexapro for hot flashes? a women with no history or any current signs or feelings of depression. thankx

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on August 17th, 2007

Menopause Answer A3200

Many women become depressed during the menopause and it is fairly normal that Lexapro be prescribed for this. Hot flashes are not due to depression but to excessive production of the hormone "FSH" by the pituitary gland. Estrogen hormones are also given to women to overcome the symptoms of menopause. You can consult your gynecologist about this treatment possibility and to chart a treatment plan during this time.

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