Generic Lexapro (Escitalopram) is an antidepressant used for treating depressions. Generic Lexapro also causes some side effects mostly minor ones and few may have intense effects, which must be reported to the doctor immediately. Some of the side effects are confusion, dizziness, skin rash, itching, fast-talking and actions out of control. Generic Lexapro interacts with certain type of food and few drugs like cisapride, citalopram, alprazolam, buspirone, clarithromycin, diazepam, erythromycin and some more. So it is better to inform your doctor if you are taking any medications. Ask you doctor Whether you can use generic lexapro? Is generic lexapro good for you? How does generic lexapro work? What are the side effects of generic lexapro? What are the drug interactions of generic lexapro? What are the ways you can reduce the effects of lexapro? The recommended dosage is 20 mg, 10 mg, 5 mg once a day. If you have any problems with your kidneys or any other problem please inform you doctor before you take generic lexapro. Blood pressure must be monitored daily. Follow instructions given by your doctor. If you happen to miss your dose take it as soon as possible and if it is time for next dose then it is better to skip the dosage. Do not double the doses unless specified. The overdose of generic lexapro increases the intensity of side effects an immediate medical attention is needed.