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Is Lexapro safe in the treatment of delirium?
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My father was in the Hospital a severe Asthma attack he has been on steroids for years, so his body is not in good shape at all . when he came home he fell went back in the hospital with the antibiotic and pain meds he s behavior was off then got worse came home called 911 on me and my mother said we were going to kill him. back in the hospital then a recovery home I believe Deliirum they now want to give him Lexapro ????
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Lexapro is Escitalopram and is an antidepressant drug. The drug is not used in delirium. If he is in delirium then low dose antipsychotics like Haloperidol should be used. His electrolytes, fluids and blood pressure should be maintained. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.