Kamilla Kvikstad Mathisen, specialist in child and adolescent psychiatry and senior consultant. The author has completed the ICMJE form and declares no conflicts of interest. A male patient treated ...

Lexapro and Zoloft work by increasing serotonin levels to treat mood disorders. Lexapro requires lower doses than Zoloft because of its increased efficacy in suppressing serotonin reabsorption.

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SSRIs like Lexapro may raise blood pressure, but they are less likely to do so compared to other antidepressants. People with high blood pressure can still use antidepressants but may need blood ...