- Anyone have the same symptoms? 5th September 2006
... really need help! I just came off of Klonopin and Lexapro . The lexapro was too strong for me.I took that for ... would like to try Celexa. Is that less potent than Lexapro . I think I would be OK if I didn;t feel so foggy like...
... Lexapro alone made me very tired and foggy, and I wasn't taking ... those, or any other, side effects lessen, because lexapro is supposed to be an improved version of celexa. It...
... Thank you for responding. Before I went on the Lexapro I was slightly foggy. When I came off of Klonopin...
- Anxiety question for all 4th September 2006
... it all has to do with anxiety and has now put me on Lexapro . Has anyone ever been on this or even heard of it ... Effexor, but they think that I would do better with the Lexapro .
Jackie :)...
... Well to follow up on things... Lexapro made my blood pressure go sky high. So I had to come...
- Celexa not working? 4th September 2006
... about taking the medication at night. I was once on Lexapro and I took it once in the morning and I ended up sleeping...
- Gad 4th September 2006
... Disorder along with a panic disorder. He prescribed Lexapro for me along with Lorazapam.
I have never been on...
... Hi, I am on 10mg of Lexapro and .5mg of Lorazapam. For me I started to feel better ... this situation. It might take a few weeks for the Lexapro to take full effect and yes the Lorazapam will make...
- My Disease Called ANXIETY..Please read 1st September 2006
... and some of the horrible side effects. I did try Lexapro for 1 month and was too sedated during the day to...
- New here... having panic attacks 1st September 2006
... through hypnotherapy and it was amazing, I was also on lexapro and that stopped working, I am going back to the psych...
- heart paps in early a.m. 31st August 2006
... gall stones. spent 5 days in there & my dr. put me on lexapro 10mg. & xanax .5 as needed. it has helped all my...
... a certian time of day that you're supposed to take lexapro ? my bottle just says 1 a day. i'm curious if it would...
- Someone help me!! I feel like im losing my life!! 31st August 2006
... because i THOUGHT i beat this stuff...he put me on lexapro last week and now i feel calm, but really weird, i...
... being how i am, i cant accept that...ive only been on lexapro for a week, so hopefully it will start to kick in...
... the encouragement:) the reason the dr. put me on lexapro was because a year ago i was on celexa for anxiety...
- going off lexapro 29th August 2006
... is really sensitive to this stuff, cause 10 mg of lexapro really isn't much....
- Forgot to Take Lexapro 29th August 2006
... get the most benefit. Have you tried putting your Lexapro by your toothbrush to take first thing in the morning...
- lexapro 5mg - muscle twitching question 29th August 2006
... Hi!
I'm on Lexapro as well. I've been taking it since May or so. I ... is actually a good sign because it means that the Lexapro is working. He also said that the shakiness would ... differently to medications, so I don't know if the Lexapro will increase your shakiness or not, but I just thought...
- What 's your lexapro dose-scared of upping! 29th August 2006
... bump....
Can anyone who's upped their lexapro please answer? thanks...
- Lexapro 28th August 2006
... positive one. I have had a very positive experience with Lexapro . It's cut my anxiety down 90% and really helped my...
... Hey, I've been on Lexapro 5-10mg for over a year and it was the one for me! ... then do it-why be miserable? Anyways good luck on Lexapro it is not for everyone as our brain chemistry is not...
... I have been on lexapro for about 2 years for anxiety. It is the only ssri ... phase, which is common with all ssri's. I really like Lexapro and I think it really helps the anxiety.
Good Luck...
... You have all made me feel much better about going on Lexapro . So far the only thing I have felt is the nausea...
- effexor & side effects 28th August 2006
... an unacceptable side effect for me.
I was taking lexapro for anxiety, which was working great, but the sexual ... options. :( I also tried buspar in combo with the lexapro as this sometimes can alleviate the sexual side effects...
... have the same problem with those medications too, lexapro , etc.
I wish I had an answer for you but I don...
... it's been hard going through this...and going off lexapro which helped me a lot, but I just couldnt live with...
- withdrawing from Lexapro 27th August 2006
... hi there... today is my first day without any lexapro . I was taking 10mg for abotu 3 month or so...maybe...
- Panic Attacks and driving 25th August 2006
... sometime and still hate to leave town even though I take Lexapro and Lorazapam. I have no problem driving in town it...
- Taking meds & trouble falling asleep 25th August 2006
... I was just prescibed Lexapro & Ativan to help with anxiety and depression yesterday ... afternoon. The doctor told me to take 2.5mg of the Lexapro for the first 5 days. I took 2.5mg in the evening...
... I took Lexapro last summer for 15 days. Like you, I didn't have ... I guess it is not a very common side effect from Lexapro , but it does happen. I only lasted those 15 days ... said, you will find many, many people here who take Lexapro that have good results with it. I hope you are one...
- Thoughts on Paxil?? 24th August 2006
... I never tried Paxil.I don't think Lexapro works for my Anxiety because I have been taking(10mg ... Paxil from my Doctor next week or keep taking the Lexapro .:)...
- On Lexapro for 6 weeks now and its not working?? 24th August 2006
... That's weird - the FIRST thing Lexapro hit very early on for me was the anxiety. The depression...
- what is your xanax doseage? 22nd August 2006
... t?? All medications are addictive, I have been on Lexapro , Effexor, Paxil, Prozac, and nothing. they just either...
- SO frusterated.........anyone with advice? 22nd August 2006
... jumpy, yet extremely tired so didn't stick it out, lexapro took away my anxiety, but left me a zombie. I finally...
- anyone weaning off meds? 21st August 2006
... Zoloft, but am currently weaning off of 30mg's of Lexapro . My doc has me going down by 5mg's every two weeks...
- Anyone taking Sarafem? 19th August 2006
... afraid to try it because I had a bad experience on Lexapro , but I'm starting to think anything is better than...
- How long did it take for lexapro to kick in? 19th August 2006
... [COLOR="Red"]Hi, I have been on lexapro 10 mg for a month this next tuesday. I have started...
- What happens if you switch meds 5 times in a year? 18th August 2006
... remember Xanax, Welbutrin, Paxil, BuSpar, Zoloft, Lexapro , amitriptyline, gabapentin and some valium.
I...
- Propranolol (Inderal) for Anxiety? 16th August 2006
... Im already on 20mg Lexapro for depression/anxiety but my dr. prescribed propranolol...
- waking up everynight with a racing heart:( 15th August 2006
... that was off. I started a low dose pill and went on Lexapro because on top of this I was having terrible anxiety ... . I am still on the pill but was off the Lexapro for a while until this last week when I started it...
... the pill, the heart racing stopped but it took the Lexapro to calm down the constant worrying. I just went back...
- incredibly anxious 14th August 2006
... I have been on Paxil (the most effective), Zoloft, Lexapro , and now I'm tappering off of Zoloft to Effoxor XR...
- Dissassociation ? 13th August 2006
... to pass out! I have had prescriptions for Paxil, Lexapro , Zoloft, Effexor and now Cymbalta. I tried Paxil ... and Lexapro and those didn't agree with me so now I am completely...
- Am I losing it???!?!?! Please someone help!! 13th August 2006
... feel better during the day. My doctor has had me on lexapro , Anti-depressants, I stopped taking them, maybe that...
- lexapro and klonopin 12th August 2006
... klonopin. I'm taking the klonopin nightly until the lexapro kicks in (just started 10 mg this week). The goal...
... Zoloft & Effector (both were a no go) then went on Lexapro and Lorazapam. They went away for a long time and...
- physical symptoms of anxierty 12th August 2006
... me reaching out to my Dr. and trying my first SSRI, Lexapro . I have had insane heartburn (taking 40mg Nexium sometimes...
- I am freaking out!!! 11th August 2006
... scheduled for surgery I am a wreak!
My gyno is pushing Lexapro for my anxiety, but about 4 years ago I gain 30 lbs ... Plus, I take Synthroid for a slow thyroid!
Is Lexapro really "the least likely med to cause weight gain...
... Well I did'nt gain any weight when taking Lexapro (only about 6 months).I do not think anyone can tell ... there is that chance.I was told by my doctor that Lexapro was one with the least side effects.I hope if you ... try Lexapro it works out how you would like it too.I also agree...
... frightening indeed. Everything I've read agrees with Lexapro being the least likely SSRI to cause weight gain, ... it's always a gamble but I would feel safest with Lexapro . It did WONDERS for my anxiety, I have a whole new...
- New here...taking my first SSRI 11th August 2006
... to reach out) with anxiety and have been prescribed Lexapro . Honestly, I was so scared to take the medicine (almost ... much better.
Since I've started taking any of the Lexapro , I haven't had an anxiety attack. I just wanted to...
... I very much agree, Snickle...I'm on Lexapro now, and really just enjoying the world around me...
... something. Like recently switching from effexor to lexapro , I asked my practitioner to let me decide the right...
- Feverish Thoughts 9th August 2006
... when I'm trying to sleep.
It hasn't happened since Lexapro kicked in :)...
- celexa vs. wellbutrin 9th August 2006
... fatigue, sexual side effects, and 'flatness' I had on Lexapro , and if I hadn't had the Lexapro already controlling...
- Lexapro experiences... 8th August 2006
... Have you had any side effects from the lexapro and how long did it take to work for you? Also, did...
... wonder how much is the klonopins doing and how much the lexapro is helping at this point....
... them! I felt horrible on those meds. I was afraid Lexapro would be the same, but it has been a totally different...
... :) Good morning to all, Happy to hear Lexapro is doing it for you. I didn't do anything for me ... suffered from depression. but I finally did when put on Lexapro . So my doc took me off of it ASAP> Like all medications ... me. Keep posting, and good luck, I am happy that Lexapro is helping you, just think about it. you are doing...
... Glad to hear also that Lexapro is doing great for you. I hope it is getting better...
... Lexapro has done wonders for me in terms of depression and...
- Effexor XR Question 8th August 2006
... Well let's see after trying Celexa, Zoloft, paxil, Lexapro ..non of those worked. they just made me depressed...
... did have more dramatic quick results with anxiety on lexapro , but I was a complete zombie. See how far effexor...
... first increase!
In answer to your second question, lexapro was a great drug for me for treating anxiety, but...
... my life. What other options do l have, l have tried lexapro and prozac both l could only take once because l became...
- After decades with anxiety/agoraphobia... 8th August 2006
... mother had then, and so do I.:blob_fire
I am on Lexapro , and it has given me some hope, I will never ever...
- Therapy helped anyone with GAD & Panic attacks? 8th August 2006
... met with a phsyiatrist yesterday and he was offered lexapro . My husband is hesitant because of the sexual side...
- Some advice if possible 7th August 2006
... not right anymore. I recently went from effexor to lexapro and am having less side affects. Everyone tolerates...
... anymore, because of the side effects. Give it a shot... Lexapro dug me out of a very bad place....
- Best med? Help 7th August 2006
... I suffer from anxiety! My gyno says to take Lexapro (which make me hungry and I'm afraid I will gain another...
- please help 5th August 2006
... strokes and anyerisms e.t.c.
ugh! I used to be on lexapro and it worked wonders but last time I was on it it...
... they can't feel their heart, all sorts of things. If Lexapro isn't working anymore, try another med. I really...
- dilated eyes 4th August 2006
... Hi, I am on Lexapro 10 mg. and have been for 1 week now for anxiety. ...
- No where left to turn............ 4th August 2006
... adjust. I had problem with Zoloft & Effector then tried Lexapro and bingo it was the one for me. I also wanted to...
... Hey Fusion, Have you tried Lexapro yet? I really feel for everyone that has such a hard ... t give you any good advice on that. All I know is Lexapro is great for my anxiety/panic. I also take .5mg of ... it. P.S. Hey Americandancer I thought you were on Lexapro ? Maybe I'm mistaken sorry if I am. I hope everyone...
... JJULES,
Thanks for the advice. I was on Lexapro but I never felt good on it. Helps some with anxiety...
... again. Hope you feel better soon!
jjules, I am on lexapro for now. I'm still waiting for it to kick in. It...
- Lexapro increased now have headaches 3rd August 2006
... Im on my 23rd day of Lexapro 10mg's and for the first 17 days I definately had ... whole lot worse.I have not felt a benefit from the Lexapro yet but Im going to give it more time to work.When...
... I'm on my 3rd day of lexapro 7.5 mg (with a goal of working up to 10 mg for anxiety ... due to my period, the heat outside, or possibly the lexapro . Its good to hear blue that your headaches have decreased...
... all, i am new here, call me Kosmo... I was taking Lexapro for 2 years and I do not like it at all, I had no ... MG. I never got headaches though, I did stop taking Lexapro when I saw a commercial regarding suicide and Lexapro ... , some meds work with some and not others, and Lexapro is not for me. Make sure the doctor you have realizes...
- Job recommendations for people with severe social anxiety? 2nd August 2006
... medication? I have moderately severe OCD and take Lexapro for it. Social anxiety (very common in OCD suffers...
- Probably can't get xanax anymore... 2nd August 2006
... makes me really sick so I stopped it. I've also tried Lexapro and that was even worse than the Wellbutrin.
...
- Anyone deal with anxiety related insomnia? 1st August 2006
... every awakening just leads to more anxiety. I started lexapro 2 weeks ago but it hasn't made a difference in nighttime...
... I'd give the lexapro more time - two weeks isn't very long. The only thing...
... every awakening just leads to more anxiety. I started lexapro 2 weeks ago but it hasn't made a difference in nighttime...
- Having a bad day... 1st August 2006
... board in awhile as I've been doing really good on Lexapro . I'm currently taking 30mg's but am planning to start...
... appreciate it. I havent' started going off of the Lexapro yet. I'm planning on going down to 25mg's starting ... attacks. I've been doing so well since starting the Lexapro .
I'm not sure why I let this sharp pain bother...
- Donna Sue...how are you doing??? 31st July 2006
... OMG, was it hotter then, you know.
I changed my Lexapro from taking it out night to in the moring, seems ... weather realted though, but I am stricking with the lexapro .
Do you me how you are? I have missed you and...
... aimed at one or two members only.
As stated in the " Lexapro " thread doing this makes other members feel unwelcome ... one of the other people who have posted on the other Lexapro thread how they are doing, do so on that thread.
...
- From Zoloft to Lexapro any advice? 30th July 2006
... mg's i would have been fine.I just wanted to see if Lexapro was a better Med for Anxiety for me.Its been 19 days ... Anxiety the lower the dose whether it be Zoloft or Lexapro is better.Higher doses of AD'S usually are better...
... made me feel rotten and abnormal. I am on 10mg of Lexapro (1yr) and I feel great. My side effects were minimal...
... been off Zoloft for 2 days. My doctor now has me on Lexapro . 10 mg. I sure hope this works. The strange thing ... but who doesnt.
Has anyone heard anything about Lexapro ? Good, bad.
Oh ya, I found a wonderful book at...
... really bad withdrawl symptoms. I have never tried Lexapro though....
- How long for lexapro to help you? 30th July 2006
... Hi karast, Glad you stopped by. I have been on Lexapro for about a year. I too had those two side effects...
- How many different anxiety pills have people tried?? 30th July 2006
... Paxil
Klonopin
Zoloft
Lexapro
Ativan
Klonopin and Zoloft worked best for me ... Paxil worked well too but weaning off was not good. Lexapro worked alright weaning off was ok.Ativan just didnt...
- Headache in back of head 30th July 2006
... does anyone know if lexapro causes very painful migraines in the back of the head...
- Natural anxiety remedy???xanax??? 28th July 2006
... anxiety and panic attacks? I tried paxil 4 yrs ago and lexapro for about 8 days most recently and couldn't handle...
... Hey Amb, Jules here did you stop taking the Lexapro ? You might want to go to the Alternative board for...
... Hey jules! Yes, I did quit taking the Lexapro ...today is day 3 without it. I couldn't take it any ... least I am getting out of bed and functioning, on the Lexapro I wasn't doing hardly anything....didn't want to....
... stiff and sore and just blah feeling. Surely that lexapro is out of my system by now? Then by the middle of...
- Please help 27th July 2006
... being able to live like this anymore and she put me on Lexapro . I started taking it and I am still having problems...
... Xanax or Klonopin to take in the interim until the Lexapro begins to help. I am not an expert , but recently ... an anti-anxiety med to help you through until the Lexapro begins to kick in.I know what you are going through...
- help me 27th July 2006
... magnesium/B-complex help along others.....) I'm on Lexapro and my anxiety has dropped almost 50% from the middle...
... thinking about me. I hate it! I started taking 10mg Lexapro a week ago and can't tell much yet. I have been depressed...
- is this anxiety or a medical condition??? 27th July 2006
... can come from anxiety is amazing. My doc gave me Lexapro first, but it didn't do anything. Then he gave me...
- can't find doc to prescribe meds i know work for me 26th July 2006
... anxiety/panic disorder for 6 years now, have been on lexapro , seizure medication, and now am taking celexa at a...
... trouble going to my college classes. He prescribed Lexapro .. I asked if I could have something to take as needed...
... that have stopped working for my anxiety (Zoloft, Lexapro ) and was told to start Lexapro again but it made me...
- After 14 days of 10mg's of Lexapro no change?? 26th July 2006
... Hi Blue,
I have been on Lexapro almost a little over a month, and I am now finally...
- Will Lexapro make me fatter? 26th July 2006
... Hi,
I have been taking Lexapro for almost five weeks. Not noticed any weight gain...
... I was on Lexapro for about 6 months and gained about 20 pounds. My...
... i was on Lexapro and just recently swithced to Zoloft. i lost weight...
- Jjules & Amber and any other Lexapro users. 25th July 2006
... feeling has taken me over again. I swear it's the lexapro ...I didn't get those feelings hardly at all before...
... should never be the case.
Any member who's taking Lexapro should feel that they are welcome to join in the conversati...
... definately helped but made me soo tired. Just started Lexapro today and I think it made me more anxious. Not sure...
... Hi Van and welcome anybody who wants to know about Lexapro or are having in need of support while taking it. ... chemicals since they are out of whack. I've been on Lexapro for around a year and man has it made a big difference...
... that it takes time for the full effect. I read that Lexapro will help with panic attacks as well as for your anxiety...
... I just started taking Lexapro 10mg about 9 days ago. You all seem to know a good...
... Im on my 18th day of Lexapro 10 mg's.I don't think Lexapro makes people gain weight,just my opinion.I have actually ... will more relaxed.Its useless to even think that the lexapro won't work for you until you give it at least 4 weeks...
... Effector did just that for me. I was glad when I started Lexapro it seemed to start working right away and just had...
- JJules?????????? 24th July 2006
... :) Hi jjules,
I noticed you are on Lexapro too. How long have you been on it, IF I may ask...
... Hi Donna Sue, I have been on Lexapro 10mg for little over a year. I think it has been great...
... Im taking 10 mg's of Lexapro now for 12 days.I don't feel better yet but Im not ... possibly another 2 weeks to get the full benefits of the Lexapro .I remember waiting the days when I was taking Zoloft...
... am taking two Kloplins now, and starting to up the Lexapro , and I am starting to feel better. SLOWLY, but...
... Hey all you Lexapro friends, Amb I know you are going thru hell I would ... glad you are sticking with it and anyone else trying Lexapro . Let's all try and have a great evening. Take care...
- Agoraphobia?? 24th July 2006
... problem with going out places.I just started taking Lexapro 10mg's for 12 days now.I have GAD but I do have Depression ... any better yet but I know its way to soon for the Lexapro to have taken its full affect yet.I have always had ... start feeling better.I don't feel any better on the Lexapro as of yet.Hopefully I wonder if this AD is better...
... Angoraphobic Clasterphobic and so on. I finally went on Lexapro and Lorazapam most of these things are in control...
... Exercise is a real Key for me right now.I am giving the Lexapro a chance while Exercising at the same time.So far ... feel no improvement in anything since I started the Lexapro 12 days ago.:)...
... goraphobia as well. Though I started taking Celexa, and not Lexapro , it took about two-three weeks and a raise in my dosage...
- Please help....am I losing it??!!! 23rd July 2006
... I really need some advice. I'm on my 5th day of Lexapro and since the minute I woke up today I've been having...
... Im on my 12th day of Lexapro .I think its just the side effects of the medicine ... really didn't feel well the first 10 days of taking Lexapro either.You definately need to give it more time.You...
... more, therefore, I would tend to say that its not the Lexapro that's causing the thoughts. Its possible that the ... Lexapro caused you to wake up feeling panicky or anxious,...
- On lexapro(or any SSRI)and weaned off bendzos? 23rd July 2006
... This is only my first week on lexapro for anxiety related insomnia. In the meantime my ... 1 mg to sleep at night. My hope is that once the lexapro kicks in full force I can wean off the more addictive...
... lexapro has been making me sleep really well at night, so ... my .5 xanax I usually take to sleep. I take 10mg lexapro around 8:00 and sleep fine all night. So far, anyway...
- where are you, anxiety suffers???? 23rd July 2006
... the real world I can't spot them. I started taking Lexapro about month and a half ago, and when it works it feels ... isolated anxiety attack. I tried taking klonopin w/ Lexapro together today, and it kept me clam and relaxed but ... a bit sleepy. When taking Lexapro alone, when it wears off I can feel my anxiety LURCH...
... days but I can feel a slight difference. I was on Lexapro but it did not do anything for me.
I would say...
... especially big ones) like the plague! When I got on Lexapro & Lorazapam it doesn't bother me so much anymore....
- Lexapro...don't know how much more I can take!!! 22nd July 2006
... I took Lexapro for panic attacks. It made me very tired and depressed ... .
I was trying to look up some information on Lexapro and their website dissapeared....
- Anxiety self medicator 21st July 2006
... or paroxetine an SSRI, and was also on Cipralex AKA Lexapro for about 7 or 8 months which did nothing for my anxiety...
- does anyone know anything about Lexapro? 21st July 2006
... My doctor just percribed me 20mg of Lexapro and I took the first one yesterday. I felt completely ... dread it everyday, but i dont want to quit. Do i need Lexapro ? I was on ativan too, that just knocked me on my butt...
... dosage to start. I started on 5mg and now on 10mg. Lexapro does not make me wired or jitty but Zoloft did. We...
... Anxiety from what Ive read.I just started taking 10MG of Lexapro almost 2 weeks now.I feel a little Lethargic but the...
- I am new :) 20th July 2006
... wanted to try with me. It was a newer medication called Lexapro . He also gave me a prescription for Xanax, a sedative ... which, I could take to help me in a panic attack. The Lexapro and counseling together began to help me work through...
- Diarrhrea on Lexapro 20th July 2006
... and hopefully it will subside. You can log onto the lexapro website and for more information there!
take...
... If you're getting diarrhea on Lexapro , there are always other antidepressants that help ... side of things.
I have IBS and had to come off of Lexapro because of the diarrhea. I can't tolerate any SSRI...
... Thanks for the responses but I'm on lexapro for anxiety (anxiety over insomnia which caused more...
- need help ?? 19th July 2006
... stopped becasue of trmors and nausea . now wants to give lexapro a chance. any suggestions?? the only way to get immediate...
... I had the same problem with both Zoloft and Lexapro . Zoloft worked great for over a year and then I noticed ... but then the same thing happened. He switched me to Lexapro and again, that worked great for almost a year, but...
- Lexapro encouragment please ! 19th July 2006
... Hi KARast,
I can't speak for Lexapro (I'm on Day 12 of Remeron) but I can relate to your...
... heard this before. I can tell you about my exp. w/ Lexapro but don't let it get you down. I can sit here and ... my nature and I just can't do it. I was prescribed Lexapro about 5 months ago, and let me tell you, it was not ... cope with the feelings of the drug, and I got off Lexapro , was not for me.
You are going to get a lot of...
... Hi Krast, I take 10mg of Lexapro for about a year and @ 1st my worst side effect was ... ....You can alway try something else but give the Lexapro a chance hopefully and side effects will fade into...
