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Depression and Anxiety at an older age

Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: May 26 11:44am | Replies (625)

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@Liane1

For years, I did well on a very small dose of Lexapro. Only recently did I learn that it reduces bone density--I have osteoporosis. Also, I am having memory lapses--some of the research suggests that SSRI's cause memory problems and some articles say they help with memory. I need accurate information for a 66 year old with osteoporosis and memory lapses (with a family history of both osteoporosis and Alzheimers).

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Hi, @Liane1 - I've had memory dips before from a medication, and I felt awfully concerned. What does your doctor say about continuing on the medication, given the possible connection to the memory issue and to bone density loss?

I’d like to know more about the bone density issue with lexapro since I take 20mg. I’m 71 and I want my bones to stay strong. Is there some research article I can read?