Posted by ed_uk on June 6, 2006, at 16:18:23
In reply to Re: Cipralex (Lexapro) oral drops launched in UK » ed_uk, posted by Jakeman on June 5, 2006, at 22:01:24
Hi Jake
The drops have two advantages and three disadvantages:
Adv
1. Good for people who have difficulty swallowing tablets
2. Good for dose titration/tapering. Could be very useful for people who require a low starting dose to combat side effects. In addition, the drops would make it much easier to do a slow taper if withdrawal symptoms occured.
Disad
1. Bitter taste.
2. Might be less convenient to take......have to count the drops into a drink etc.
3. Will probably end up being more expensive than the tablets.
>How does dose response compare? Are the drops quicker acting? Do you have to take them more often?
No differences there :)
Regards
Ed
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