[JohnC]

Hello,

I was on Lexapro at 40 mg for 6 months. It helped with some anxiety but not with depression. 6 weeks ago my doc had me wean down 10 Mg each week. I have been off Lexapro for 2 weeks. I started Zoloft 5 weeks ago. Started at 25mg, then 50mg and then to 100mg a week ago.
I think my depression is a little better but I am having HIGH anxiety and panic attacks almost constantly that started around a week ago. Is this Lexapro withdrawal (I had many other withdrawal symptoms but this is the worst, or is this caused by starting the Zoloft? How long will this last? I am barely sleeping I am so wound up by anxiety. I have been taking some Klonazepam to try and help with the anxiety but it barely makes a dent in the anxiety. Please help me understand what is going on... will the anxiety settle down? Please help. The panic attacks just spiral me down into depression.

Thanks

John

[TrishCA]

John,

This is my 10th day free of Lexapro. Your symtoms are about the same as many people in this forum have been experiencing. There are a lot of helpful postings in this forum, especially in regards of vitamins/minerals (pg 23-24) that can help with the side effects. I started with Zoloft and my Dr. switch me to Lexapro when I told her that I was having trouble with short memory loss. Hope this helps.

[anxiousbabe]

Hi Trish,
I myself am weaning off Lexapro. This is my 14th day at 2.5 and tonight I will go down to 1 1/4 for another week or so and then hopefully out of my system for good.

My question to you is besides the short term memory loss which I also have, did you gain any weight from it?

[bodyelectric]

John,

I took Zoloft a number of years ago, and I remember when I first went on it I had terrible stomach cramps. I also felt like my whole body buzzed for a week or so. The effects go away eventually, and when I finally went off the drug, withdrawal symptoms were minimal -- just the same stomach issues.

Anxiety seems to be a common withdrawal symptom from Lexapro. Could be that you're experiencing a "double whammy" from withdrawing from one while going on another. Add to that the anxiety you're being treated for in the first place. Stay in close contact with your doc, and consider talking to a professional - therapist, social worker, minister, whatever.

I know Paxil works really well for depression and anxiety, but I also understand the withdrawal symptoms are terrible -- Paxil seems to be the worst offender of the SSRIs.

But I'm no doctor or pharmacist and don't pretend to be. My advice is to eat well, take vitamins, and try to do some exercise, even if it's just a quick walk around the block. Some time in the sun does wonders. Stay connected with the people who care about you. Or, as I mentioned before, get a rent-a-friend.

Let us know how it goes. We're rooting for you.

[auntybiotic]

John,

You doctor weaned you off of 40 Mg very fast. It sounds like withdrawal from lexapro. Since you started on Zoloft slowly working up I would think your symtoms may get better in the next 4 weeks. If not I would say that Zoloft is NOT being metabolized properly and may speak with your doctor about discontinuing the zoloft, be carefuk as the benzo's are addictive also.

[hmcbrien]

John,
Along with everyone else we are rooting for you. I am going on Day 12 no Lexapro at all. The anxiety has yet to lessen for me, and I lay in bed at night...awake...thinking of everything you could possibly imagine. From your initial post it sounds like you are on many meds. Were you taking Lexapro, Zoloft and Klonazepram at the same time? Can I get an appt with your doctor? Kidding! Your symptoms are similar to all of my symptoms, and your doctor may have placed you on way too much Zoloft. I had a doctor tell me once if a drug gets used to your system or is too much for your system, it could have a completely adverse affect. Bodyelectric always has great advice on vitamins and all. Check out the info in the posts. And, you know, truthfully, this forum has helped me significantly with questions and concerns. I guess you could consider us as your "rent-a-friends." Good luck.

[TrishCA]

quote:Originally posted by anxiousbabe

Hi Trish,
I myself am weaning off Lexapro. This is my 14th day at 2.5 and tonight I will go down to 1 1/4 for another week or so and then hopefully out of my system for good.

My question to you is besides the short term memory loss which I also have, did you gain any weight from it?

I did gain 15 pounds. Which I know they will start coming off because my apetite has decresed.

[anxiousbabe]

quote:Originally posted by TrishCA

I did gain 15 pounds. Which I know they will start coming off because my apetite has decresed.

How long were you on the Lexapro?

[concernedlexwife]

Hi.
My husband has been on Lexapro (10mg) for about 6 months. It was originally prescribed for his Irritable Bowel Syndrome / Anxiety. He has gained a lot of weight, plus his legs ache and shake all through the night. He went to his doctor today and he prescribed Elavil (in addition to the Lexapro) to stop the shaking. I've heard the side effects are pretty bad for Elavil and I'm not sure why he would prescribe them both at the same time. I'm thinking that the better course of action would be to stop taking the Lexapro instead of adding another drug. We did see improvements with my husband's anxiety, but the doctor never really told us how long he would need to take the Lexapro. Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks.

[JohnC]

Thank you all for your quick input and support. It means the world to me!! I so much want to get well but the last 8 months have been so hard. It does sound like what I am experiencing is withdrawal from the Lexapro and that I'm not imagining all this, and should stick with the Zoloft for now. Thank you! My doc acts like no one gets anxiety/panic from withdrawing from Lexapro. Jeez! Having some sense that this is withdrawal related gives me some relief that the anxiety/panic should back down in time and I can function better. God I hope so. Anxiety and Panic is what is the hardest for me. Sorry to hear others are having the same sort of anxiety. It is just hell especially if you have suffered with panic attacks and are sensitive to anything that feels like panic coming.

To answer you question I was on 40mg of Lexapro and about 1/2mg of Clonazepam a day. The lexapro wasn't working at all on my depression so the doc got me off lexapro (probably way too quick) and at the same time started me up Zoloft. The 100mg may be just too much for me. I'm trying to figure how long to hang in there before we try a different dose. I definntly feel my depression is better from the activating effect but the panic/anxiety just seems to grind me down.

What couple vitamins/minerals could help with this transition?

John

[jiyn]

Hey all, this is a great forum.

Started on Lexapro 1-year ago due to anxiety. Unlike most of the posters, my anxiety had a very definitive start date. To make a long story short (too late! ), I made an irresponsible life choice and ended up crashing my serotonin levels in August 2004. Went to a psychiatrist and they put me on 10mg Lexapro. And then 20mg. Until I was finally on 30mg as of January 2005.

As mentioned earlier in this forum, you can't solve a messed up serotonin system by messing it up even more. I am convinced that my symptoms can be resolved by natural means (diet, meditation, talk-therapy) as opposed to meds. (Plus, no one likes to gain 30lbs in 9 months!) Began getting off Lexapro in June.

It's taken me three months of weaning by 2.5mg to get off the stuff. Been off for a week. Experiencing all the withdrawal symptoms I could ever hope for. In fact, I am currently trying to a) pretend I'm concentrating on work and b) NOT shaking like an earthquake.

Will begin taking supplements and am trying a combo gallbladder & detox flush. (Mostly because I'm going friggin' nuts, here.) It is supposed to help the body clean out toxins and I am hoping it will ease the withdrawal a little. I'll let everyone know if it helps.

Also, I can speak to 5-HTP. I took it for 2 weeks prior to the Lexapro. It was slowly beginning to stabilize my anxiety. It is a "natural" med so it takes time to allow the body to heal. I can only say that my experience was largely positive and that it really seemed to be working. Now, if only I hadn't been young & stupid and desperate for a quick fix....

[bodyelectric]

John -- I put a bunch of vitamin/mineral stuff up yesterday. Check out page 24 on this thread. Steer clear of 5-HTP since you're on Zoloft. A multivitamin will be a great start. And I'm with Aunty -- be careful on benzodiazepines. Be sure to follow the directions and don't take them more often than prescribed. You can get hooked. They act on the body in a similar way as alcohol. Then again, my sister takes them (Xanax) very occasionally and it isn't a problem for her. On the other hand, in a previous life, I took handfuls of them with red wine. Big problem.

Lexwife -- My understanding (and I'm no expert) is that IBS can be controlled, at least to some degree, by diet. Here's a site to start from: http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/. You might consider making an appointment with a certified clinical nutritionist. Your local Diabetes Association office can make a referral.

[speechy]

Lex Wife~
I have had bowel problems since I was born. They did not know what...then I was "diagnosed" as having IBS at 18. At 24, I was diagnosed with IBD- inflamitory bowel disease...specifically ulceritive collitis. BUT..i think i actually have crohns disease. I will be going in for more tests hopefully next month when i find a new GI doc.
I want to just give you some info and advice. First of all, did you husband have all tests (blood tests, upper GI, colonoscopy) before they told him he as IBS? I ask this because many people can be overlooked and misdiagnosed ALL the time. I have A LOT of experience with this, so feel free to e mail me if you need anymore info. kthigh@hotmail.com
Also, i was on lex and it really did not help my IBD symptoms. Stress and anxiety WILL make IBD and IBS worse. I control mine with diet, exercise, and plan on doing other things like yoga to help with my own anxiety.
I hope you husband does well...i wish you both luck!
KATIE

[brainzaps]

John, last summer I went on an anti-anxiety medication and my doctor said to expect heightened anxiety at first before it gets better. It is exactly what happened to me - but it did get better - just be patient and it will get better. I know it is bad at first but it will get better.

[TrishCA]

quote:Originally posted by anxiousbabe

How long were you on the Lexapro?

I took Zoloft from May 2002 until Dec 2002 and then went on to Lexapro until 10 days ago. Before then, I was medicine free and hopefully, I will be again.

[crazygal]

I am finally free from withdrawal symptoms from the lex. Hang in there folks it does get better. I have been sinking into a bit of a depression of late but i am trying to battle it with talk therapy, diet and exercise. it is hard but i'm struggling through. i'm determined to stay off meds. i went to the doc last week and they prescribed more meds for me even after i explained i didn't want them. sometimes they just don't listen. anyway i haven't taken them but things are improving a little. on the weight issue I have started losing a little - but a lot of this could be due to the fact that i was off my food for a while because of the withdrawal. my appetite then returned to normal but for the last week or so i haven't had much of a stomach for food. now i am trying to eat a bit healthier because i imagine that lack of food = lack of energy = more change of depression creeping back and taking a hold.

try and keep healthy and positive. take care all

[TrishCA]

quote:Originally posted by crazygal

I am finally free from withdrawal symptoms from the lex. Hang in there folks it does get better. I have been sinking into a bit of a depression of late but i am trying to battle it with talk therapy, diet and exercise. it is hard but i'm struggling through. i'm determined to stay off meds. i went to the doc last week and they prescribed more meds for me even after i explained i didn't want them. sometimes they just don't listen. anyway i haven't taken them but things are improving a little. on the weight issue I have started losing a little - but a lot of this could be due to the fact that i was off my food for a while because of the withdrawal. my appetite then returned to normal but for the last week or so i haven't had much of a stomach for food. now i am trying to eat a bit healthier because i imagine that lack of food = lack of energy = more change of depression creeping back and taking a hold.

try and keep healthy and positive. take care all

CrazyGal,

Thank you for keeping us informed. It's been 10 days for me. I am still feeling withdrawal effects. How many days exactly have you been totally free of Lexapro? Are the brain zaps, wooziness 100% gone? Are you taking Vitamin/Minerals & Omega 3 or something else? If I sound a little anxious, it's because I am. These side effects are not fun, specially when you have 2 small kids to take care. I think you are one of the few people in this forum that has no longer withdrawal effects. Please stay with us!

[anxiousbabe]

Hi jiyn,

I have also gained 30 pounds in 9 to 12 months. I am on my 14th day of weaning off of this Lexapro ****. I am now down to 2.5, but tonight I will start 1 1/4 for another two weeks and hopefully out of my system totally. I hope to lose the weight just as fast as I put it on. My weight was stable my whole life even after 2 kids. So hopefully with the right diet and excercise which I have everyday the weight will come off.

How are you doing with the weight now? and how do you feel otherwise. I have been going to a natural doctor for the last two weeks and she has been performing accumpunture....so far so good and now tomorrow I am getting staples in my ears for weight loss. I have checked the internet and have got some positive feedback on it so what the heck I will try it. It can't hurt. I am also going to go for a colonic cleansing even though I am scared of that so if anyone has any feedback on either please feel free to comment.

[courtney_girl]

omg can someone plese help!!!
I have been off lexapro fully since August 7th, so it should be out of my system.... but OMG i have the shortest temper in the world lately!!! has anyone else experienced this?
I am so angry all the time, i wanna tell the whole world to "f**k off!" i am usually the most mild person you would meet..... why is this happening??

[brainzaps]

quote:Originally posted by crazygal

I am finally free from withdrawal symptoms from the lex. Hang in there folks it does get better. I have been sinking into a bit of a depression of late but i am trying to battle it with talk therapy, diet and exercise. it is hard but i'm struggling through. i'm determined to stay off meds. i went to the doc last week and they prescribed more meds for me even after i explained i didn't want them. sometimes they just don't listen. anyway i haven't taken them but things are improving a little. on the weight issue I have started losing a little - but a lot of this could be due to the fact that i was off my food for a while because of the withdrawal. my appetite then returned to normal but for the last week or so i haven't had much of a stomach for food. now i am trying to eat a bit healthier because i imagine that lack of food = lack of energy = more change of depression creeping back and taking a hold.

try and keep healthy and positive. take care all

GOOD WORK!! I applaud your goal of staying off the meds - I am cheering for you. I am so close to be fully off this stuff and know that to keep healthy and depression / anxiety free, i need to have a good exercise regime too. I appreciate your want to stay off the meds - me too!! Perserverence and committment to not letting the depression / anxiety take over you. I seriously believe in the power of our minds - just keep working at it and don't give up!!

[TrishCA]

quote:Originally posted by courtney_girl


omg can someone plese help!!!
I have been off lexapro fully since August 7th, so it should be out of my system.... but OMG i have the shortest temper in the world lately!!! has anyone else experienced this?
I am so angry all the time, i wanna tell the whole world to "f**k off!" i am usually the most mild person you would meet..... why is this happening??

Courtney,

I have been reading for the last hour the e-mail from 'Body Electric' written on 9/20. It has a lot of information on supplementals; You may be interested on the link re: 5 HTP also check on yoga - it has great relaxation techniques.

[auntybiotic]

Courtney Girl,

This is common. No it takes quite awhile for the SSRI's to leave the system, dependingon how your phase II liver detox is working. There are supplements to help this along. Google in Phase II liver detox.

Depending on the rate that you tapered, how fast did you come off, what dose and how long did you taper down? It takes the brain quite awhile for the neurotransmitters to become stable to less serotonin. The anger and moodiness are from withdrawal from serotonin. It could takes months for your brain to reregulate itselfdepending on how fastyou tapered.10% every three weeksor until you stabilize is what othershave donewell with.

Try the vitamins and supplements and time. I know Barley Juice is a great way to detox the liver.You may want to check out the www.labelmesane website for more info on detoxing from SSRI meds.

[crazygal]

I have been off lex for almost three months now. i came off the beginning of july. my counsellor was saying it takes roughly 3 months to get them completely out of your system. it seemed like an awful long time to me at first but now that i am coming to the end of that time i figure she was just about right. I think it took about 6 weeks for the really bad effects to wear off. for me these were brain zaps and nausea. while at the beginning i did seem to have a bit more energy this wore off after a while and i returned to normal. I haven't taken any supplements or anything - just wanted to let my body heal on it's own for a while. i just rode through the rough times with sheer will power.

I also had angry outbursts while on lex and during withdrawal. my mood seems to be levelling off now and i don't get angry so easily.the anger really scared me as it was out of character with who i used to be.

hav eto go will write more later

[jiyn]

anxiousbabe - I've only been off the Lex for a week and my weight hasn't gone down yet. From everything I've read, it will take some time for my body chemistry to settle down enough for me to start losing. Here's to hoping. I'm trying to help the healing with a detox, gallbladder flush and natural supplements. My main concern right now is the headaches, anxiety, moodiness & digestive issues. Hopefully I can get back to being me with the supplements. (bodyelectric & auntybiotic have good info on some that I haven't tried yet.)

Also, I can't say enough good things about acupuncture. I never felt better than when I was having it done. It's my goal to see my acupuncturist regularly again. (She's a little pricey in my area so I stopped going so I could afford my Lex...*shrug*)

Good luck! Keep us posted on the weight issue. I'm really interested.

[JohnC]

Thanks for the encouragement. I am having a heck of a time. Still not sure if all this is the fast lexapro withdrawal the doc had me do or the start up of Zoloft. Last night was the first time in many years I had night time panic attacks. I feel I am getting worse. I do know that 5 weeks ago while on Lexapro I didn't feel this way... so it absolutely must be the medication change.... coming down from 40mg of lexapro, and now I am on 100mg of Zloft. I just don't know whether to stick to my new Zoloft med or move on. This is torture as many of you know first hand. I really feel like there is no way out of this but there must be. To keep from slipping off the edge I keep saying to myself "this is chemical, it's not me", "this is chemical, it's not me". These are powerful meds and for many of us our minds and body's are put in a tough spot as we adjust. I'm worried that I will never feel well but that is catastrophizing thinking.

John

John

quote:Originally posted by brainzaps

John, last summer I went on an anti-anxiety medication and my doctor said to expect heightened anxiety at first before it gets better. It is exactly what happened to me - but it did get better - just be patient and it will get better. I know it is bad at first but it will get better.

[concernedlexwife]

My husband did go through years of tests before they diagnosed him with IBS. He was seeing a therapist and was also diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. His doctor said that since both had to do with Serotonin, that this medicine should help. He is able to eat more food now (he's gained 40 pounds) and most of the anxiety problems have gone away. The problem is with his legs aching. We've had to start sleeping in separate rooms because he shakes all night. Neither of us were getting any sleep. So then his doctor prescribed the Elavil for the shaking. When I looked at the Lexapro website, it said "caution is indicated in taking LEXAPRO with tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)." When I looked up Elavil, it said that it was a TCA. So I guess my questions are:
1) How would these two drugs interact?
2) The doctor was never clear about whether the Lexapro would be taken for a certain period of time of indefinitely. Does anyone know how long it's usually prescribed for GAD? After seeing so much info on the internet about the problems people were having getting off the medication, I'm really nervous about him staying on it or trying to stop.
3) If the medicine is stopped, will the anxiety problems come back? He's very worried about that because they were really debilitating.

[TrishCA]

quote:Originally posted by concernedlexwife

My husband did go through years of tests before they diagnosed him with IBS. He was seeing a therapist and was also diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. His doctor said that since both had to do with Serotonin, that this medicine should help. He is able to eat more food now (he's gained 40 pounds) and most of the anxiety problems have gone away. The problem is with his legs aching. We've had to start sleeping in separate rooms because he shakes all night. Neither of us were getting any sleep. So then his doctor prescribed the Elavil for the shaking. When I looked at the Lexapro website, it said "caution is indicated in taking LEXAPRO with tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)." When I looked up Elavil, it said that it was a TCA. So I guess my questions are:
1) How would these two drugs interact?
2) The doctor was never clear about whether the Lexapro would be taken for a certain period of time of indefinitely. Does anyone know how long it's usually prescribed for GAD? After seeing so much info on the internet about the problems people were having getting off the medication, I'm really nervous about him staying on it or trying to stop.
3) If the medicine is stopped, will the anxiety problems come back? He's very worried about that because they were really debilitating.

I like what BrainZaps said on 9/21. It is my humble opinion that once YOU feel strong enough to battle the disease and stop treating the symptoms with meds, you should do it. I was given Zoloft and then Lexapro to treat anxiety disorders (3.5 years). Now, on my 11th day free of lex. I still feel mild dizziness; the anxiety part (specially now with huracan Rita) and the moodiness/crying I'm fighting it with a combinations of things: yoga, minerals/vitamins, omega 3, listening to music, and talking to you guys, which is very helpful and friends that care.

[bodyelectric]

Concernedlexwife,

In answer to your questions:
1. [u]Talk to your pharmacist</u>. I don't think anyone here is qualified to answer that question about specific interactions between Lexapro and Elavil. Here's what this site (www.drugs.com/lexapro.html) says:

"Before taking Lexapro, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

"* a tricyclic antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil), imipramine (Tofranil), doxepin (Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and others.

"You may not be able to take Lexapro, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.

"Your pharmacist has additional information about Lexapro written for health professionals that you may read."

2. & 3. It depends. I was prescribed Lexapro (and Zoloft before that) for depression, not anxiety, but my GUESS is that Lexapro is used in a similar manner for both. My shrink told me my best case scenario would be 6 months on meds. Here 4 and a half years later I'm finally getting off antidepressants, and if it doesn't go well (it is at the moment aside from withdrawal symptoms), I am prepared to go back on them indefinitely if I can't regulate moods through healthy life choices, something I was incapable of when I started treatment.

Beware: I am about to talk some psycho-babble, so if you're not into it, feel free to tune out. I won't be offended. And it is just my opinion, so you can take it or leave it.

Depression and anxiety are not only biological conditions (dependent on hormonal reactions, etc.), they are also emotional and spiritual. Depression and anxiety can be explained biologically (low serotonin, omega-3 fatty acids, tyrosine, selenium, etc.). And yes, some people are genetically predisposed to have a low level of one thing or a high level of the other. But for a lot of us, certain moods, certain ways of being might actually be the cause of low serotonin levels, for example. It's a two-way street, especially when it comes to the brain, a biological organ that has the task of processing physical, emotional, and spiritual information. It is where the real and the imagined meet, and the brain has a big job.

So -- if you're treating anxiety with Lexapro, you can alter your brain chemistry to get rid of the anxiety. But when you go off, it is quite possible that you'll go right back to where you started from -- unless you've made some changes in your behavior, way of being, etc, all of which directly influence brain chemistry.

Depression is often described as "anger turned inward." Depressed people are often very angry but afraid to admit it, even to themselves. We may be angry because we were abused in one way or another, because we are envious, because we feel we don't measure up, because we feel like no one understands us, the list goes on.

Similarly, anxiety may be an unspoken fear -- that we don't measure up, that we're being judged by others, that we'll fall to pieces, that we're sure to fail, that we're less-than, that we're going crazy, etc. It's a defense mechanism to avoid some feeling, a defense mechanism gone to an unhealthy extreme. Usually there is some deep-seated fear behind anxiety that we might not be able to put our fingers on.

The good news about these drugs (as well as supplements, acupuncture, reiki or whatever floats your boat), is that they can prop us up so we can take a look at the underlying issues, see what we're feeling, why we feel that way, and maybe change some root beliefs we have about ourselves and the world. These drugs only treat the symptoms, they don't cure the underlying problem, whether emotional or otherwise. There is no magic pill.

It is a two-way street. Taking care of the body can help in the emotional realm. And taking care of our emotional health directly affects our physical health. Luckily, spirit is spirit, not entirely ours, and can't be tarnished. We might just choose to keep it in a haunted house.

Lexapro is not like an antibiotic that will kill whatever is infecting you after you take it for 6 weeks, 6 months or 6 years. When it comes to depression or anxiety, it's you that's infecting you.

I don't know if that helps or not. Again, it's just how I see things, and I'm sure there are people who will disagree, and that's fine.

I hope everyone is doing a little better today. Enjoy your evening.

[happy_again]

I'm glad I found this forum! Thank you all for sharing your experiences. So I'm going to share mine...

I started taking lexapro 5 months ago, roughly. I was really depressed and finishing my PhD... I was already going through counseling at my university and because I was feeling more and more depressed I decided to take the medication.

I felt better, finished my work (that's what kept me going too, because I thought that if I got done with that a lot of my "ghosts" would go away). Anyways I moved recently to another state, I'm working with what I really like and love, living in a wonderful place... my life has changed dramatically!

Anyways my doctor back at the university's health center, knew I was moving and he "suggested" that I kept taking lexapro until December or so, like close to a year. He also told me that it was up to me to stop taking it slowly or just stop "cold-turkey". He told me there shouldn't be any side effects nor anything...
By the way, I was taking 20 mg once a day.

When I moved, about a month ago, I brought with me the last refill of pills. I took my last pill last week, not sure if Wed or Thu. And I simply decided not to take it anymore! Everything was fine until 3 days ago... I started feeling kind of dizzy. It wasn't too bad but still I couldn't concentrate on anything, do a lot of physical activity... First thing I thought was that my pressure was low. My family on both sides has history of low blood pressure. And I know mine is usually low. I was getting more and more worried until I decided to go to the hospital and have it checked. The doctor ran all possible exams: blood, urine, head catscan, cgq (?)... NOTHING! Everything seemed to be just as normal as can be (my pulse was low when I got there though). So our conclusion was that this might be a withdrawal effect from lexapro...

Well, I don't feel like taking it again, ever! I'm happy and besides the dizzyness the whole day I'm fine. Now that I know there's nothing more serious with me I'm even more releived and I simply don't care about this stupid dizzy sensacion. So I try to carry my life as normal as possible. I'm not going to die because of it, so just let it wear off...

I've read some stories of people who are going through some bad bad stuff because of the withdrawal. We are all different so it's normal in my view, that each organism is going to have a different reaction to most anything we ingest!

Hang in there!!! I believe you are going to be ok! Besides going through counseling, taking your medications, try, as others suggested some kind of activity that you like, that makes you happy! Change is good. I understand many of you may be in pain, but I'm just trying to pass a little of my happiness along!

Be safe! Be happy!!!

[bodyelectric]

Happy again,

After reading your post, I'm definitely feeling a little queasy...[xx(]

No, seriously, congratulations on finishing your degree and the positive changes you've made.

I hope that's the end of your symptoms. Mine have been coming and going for a few days now. I was feeling great yesterday but had a fever last night and felt like I was going to puke. Today mild dizziness but nothing serious. Symptoms are definitely decreasing. I actually got some work done today.

Thanks for your good news...

...and don't drive dizzy!