[Shifty]

I have intense fits of anger and agitation that cause me to lash out verbally at loved ones. I think that might be more bipolar that depression, but I could be wrong.

The intensity of my anger and agitation have severely decreased with the lithium, but my feelings of anxiety at work are slowly returning. I'm hoping I can deal with the anxiety. It should be easier without the cumulative anger effect I was feeling before.

The downside is the total lack of intense emotion. I haven't had a good cry in a long time, and that is usually what happens when I come off of Paxil. With the lithium, I feel like I can't have intese emotions because the intensity tapers off as it builds. With SSRI's, the intensity hit a brick wall and I had a sedated feeling. The biggest difference is that with SSRIs, there was always a point at which I would "break through" the intensity barrier, which made it worse, because I was sedated and livid at the same time.

I'm just really sad that I may never feel the same again. I can't feel good without feeling really bad. (ie no drugs). If i take SSRIs, the anger comes back. If I take lithium, i am trapped in a emotionally impotent state. Without drugs, I end up losing my job and bringing down my family. I think this is why both of my brothers are hardcore drug addicts. There is no perfect solution.

I don't think I'll ever accept the way I feel right now. I just don't know what to do.

I started trying to reply to debbie and ended up ranting. Sorry guys.

---
I have taken : Paxil, Lexapro, Xanax, and Lithium
Currently: 450mg Eskalith CR (Lithium)

I was mis-diagnosed for 3 years. They thought I had Generalized Anxiety Disorder with a Major Depressive Episode. The real problem was Bipolar Disorder.
Quit Lexapro cold-turkey Dec 22, 2005.
Ask me anything, nothing is off-limits.

[debbie724]

Shifty, I think you probably understand me better than anyone... after reading what you wrote. Are we forever Damned if we do... and Damed if we don't? I actually considered (for a minute) taking the lexapro again. I'd rather be numb... than to feel all of these emotions. Or, do I just not know how to feel them? I know that you too are not doing well... thanks for reaching out to me.

Thank you auntybiotic for giving me your phone number. Just another reminder of how sweet you are.

I got myself together for now... gotta take my daughter into D.C., she's off to N.J. for another convention this weekend.


debbie

[stanbo]

Auntybiotic, thank you very, very much for the advice about three weeks verses two. I will do anything possible to avoid as many withdrawal symptoms as possible. I can be patient, too. I don't like pain.

I am afraid that my anger and agitation will return once off the lexapro - it has helped with that. I have no idea why I am angry. I may start up with therapy again....you know what they say about peeling more layers off the old onion.

Shifty, never have to apologize here for ranting. I really feel for you when you talk about the anger and agitation verses feeling nothing. I feel nothing on Lexapro. I felt constantly irritated and agitated and lashed out when I wasn't on it.

And I also self medicated myself with lots of drugs and alcohol for many, many, many years. Lots of things that really screwed up my brain. Sadly, its something I did to myself, but I try not to beat myself up about it too much. I try to help other people who decide they don't want to use drugs or alcohol in destructive ways anymore, and that helps make me feel better.

I belive that there is hope for everyone to be happy - don't give up, and don't expect too much too soon.

Auntybiotic - do you have any suggestions (I don't mean to be asking medical advice...) about the Wellbutrin thing? I just have a gut feeling that the lexapro is what I should get off of first. I don't know why I feel that way, but I do. And then the Wellbutrin after I am over those withdrawals. Also, as I mentioned earlier, I am afraid I will want to smoke again. I guess its a step at a time.
I do know that years ago I tried Zyban (wellbutrin) to stop smoking, and took it for 4 days and literally was jumping out of my skin. I had to stop. This time when I tried it (a smaller dose to start with) when I was already on the Lexapro, I didn't even feel it.

Thanks for all of your help.

[auntybiotic]

Lexapro first, in my opinion, then the Wllbutrin after you are over the withdrawals.

[Redbled]

Aunty,

Thanks for the clarification on me being different due to the short term. It just amazes me that something I took for 10 days is still having such an effect on me.

To those who feel angry,

I have never been so tense as about the 2nd-4rd month I was off lexapro. I was very tense the entire time withdrawaling, but there was a point in there when I really could not control my anger. There is still some of that, but it has improved.

Today I feel worse again than yesterday. I had major cramping of the gut this morning, making sleep difficult. I am considering dropping all 3 things I am taking from the nat doc. I will be calling him today. Garden of Life is also intriguing, but since I seem to be better when doing nothing, I am tempted to go that route.

Only took Lexapro for 10 days, as a doctors response to my brief anxiety over a treatable medical condition. Took my last pill at the very end of August.

[lisa99]

Ugh, I'm feeling the withdrawal symptoms.

Wednesday was my fourth day totally off Lexapro and my head was spinning all day and I developed a bad headache. A decent night's sleep took the headache away but now this morning my head is still spinning.

Aunty, sorry for asking again, but what vitamins/minerals did you say were best for the dizziness? I've been taking the Omega-3s and B vitamins, so I hope those help.

As a side note, I've been having the weirdest dreams since I went off the drug and they're all uh, rather R-rated. [:I] I guess that's a good thing, right? []

[Redbled]

Lisa,

I know Dramine has helped people and helped me during certain stages of the withdrawal for dizzyness.



Only took Lexapro for 10 days, as a doctors response to my brief anxiety over a treatable medical condition. Took my last pill at the very end of August.

[stanbo]

As a side note, I've been having the weirdest dreams since I went off the drug and they're all uh, rather R-rated. I guess that's a good thing, right?

Wow - now I have something to look forward to! That part of my mind has been pretty sleepy on Lexapro. Which, for some, is a good thing.

I joined a Weight Watchers group here at work, starting this coming Tuesday. I have to be honest and admit that I have gained a lot of this weight because my eating habits have gotten terrible ever since I started Lexapro, and my portions are out of control. And I just can't seem to care enough to do anything about it. But I feel like there is a light at the end of the tunnel....

[mohannie]

Hi Everyone,

I just wanted to check in and speak to everyone and let everyone know I'm doing fine. I've been a little busy, but I'm doing well. I chat wity you guys in more detail later.

[lisa99]

Redbled, thanks for the help. Off to buy some Dramamine. This dizziness is no joke.

Stanbo... lol about the dreams. I will agree with you though that it's good to actually have these types of feelings again after being numb to everything for so long!

Other than the fact that my head is spinning, I'm in a good mood, I'm not depressed and the sun is out... so it's a good day. I just wish I was physically well enough to enjoy it! I've been trying to exercise and went to the gym on Monday and Wednesday, but I'm just physically not strong enough to do so now, which is too bad.

[Miss Lee]

Red-
You need to replace the good flora in your gut. PB8, PB8, PB8... I am telling you the links I sent you before are good stuff. I actually liked the ezamatic therapy better than Primal Defense. Plus it is CHEAPER!!


Auntie-

What did your friend do to start absorbing nutrients again? Did she even start gaining?? I am not thrilled due to the fact than I didn't have the weight to lose to begin with. (well at least not as much as I lost...) Oh, prayers your way for your baby girl..

I had a bit of belly trouble this morning, but today is going weel besides.

More Later!

Miss Lee

[debbie724]

Hello Everyone, just wanted to check in and let you know I'm doing better today. My mom and dad picked me up earlier and we went to lunch, shopping, and a movie. It did me good to get out!

Question, does anyone else ever experience "zaps" of pain in their center chest area? I have a history of panic attacks, which is why I was put on lexapro. I have been experiencing these "zaps" quite frequently today. Sometimes pretty intense, and sometimes lasting 30 seconds to a minute of more. I've been trying to make light of them so that I won't end up in the hospital having another panic attack.

Shifty, you okay today?

debbie

[Mr Spock]

Hello everyone,
I needed a day to recover after my niece's wedding. I have found that despite these withdrawals I can function if I have to (I think adrenalin kicks in) but I really pay for it the next day. Anyway, back to the usual today.
First of all, I would like to add one important thing to that (admittedly one-sided) discussion in regards to relationships, power, love etc. That is to say that although I narrowly couched the discussion in exclusively male-female terms, these, of course apply to same-sex relationships as well. After all, "love is love". To anyone who was in anyway offended by this omission, I apologise.
As far as the emotions go, Shifty and Debbie, SSRI's are well known to blunt them, so not only are you experiencing them again, but also having a rebound over-compensation. This is because your emotional centres have been trying so hard to assert themselves against this flood of serotonin in the cells, once the resistance vanishes, there's a flood of it. I suspect it is something to do with dopamine... Anger, fear, anxiety, etc. However, I also found that I have been more emotionally moved by beauty, as in music, nature, a good movie or book, so it is a two way street. So, try and focus on something like that and keep reminding yourself that this is a drug created biochemical imbalance, not you as a human being. Also, I think that one can gain great strength by being able to control these negative emotions, which will hold one in great stead in years to come.
Miss Lee, great to hear of your farewell to the chest pain. In regards to putting on weight, I have a few ideas for you to consider. The first is to eat more calories (or carbo-hydrates) rather than fats. Potatos are good, but not chips (french fries) as they are loaded in fat. Also, pasta, rice etc. What are you having for breakfast? Try and have say some toast AND cereal. you may need to train your body to eat more. Next, do you smoke? If you do and you stop, you will gain 3-6 kg (7-14 lb) very quickly. Coffee and tea levels also can affect this. If all else fails, go and have some blood tests, the one I would think may affect your weight would be thyroid. If all these things don't make a difference, just remember, as you age, your metabolism will slow down so perhaps by the time you get into your 30's, you'll get those long-covetted "womanly curves" and be the object of other people's desires and/or envy!!!!
Redbled, sorry to fear about your rough trot. I think you are doing the right thing, but also, without causing panic, I want to suggest a couple of things. Is it possible that you may have either an ulcer, or a dodgy gall bladder? I've had the latter (had it removed two years ago), and the pain of an attack is agonising. Also, are you taking the supplements with food (or at least, milk)? As you are getting overnight cramping, it may be worth taking your evening dose earlier with your meal, if you aren't already...
Debbie, great to hear that you're better today. Are you getting the zaps anywhere else? I know Miss Lee did have some previous concerns with chest sensations. Sounds like things have settled down after the blowup with your father. Maybe the letting off the steam ended up with a positive outcome...
Auntybiotic, it probably sounded like I'm on death's door!!!!! However, it's no different to what I'm sure thousands and thousands of SSRI addicts have had to endure. Thank you for your kind words and inspiration (as always). So, you mentioned that you are about to reduce your daughter's dose again. What is she up to dose wise, and how much will be the taper this time? And when do you think the whole taper regime will be finished? I suppose as you get closer to 0 mg, you may slow it down. Anyway, I wish all the best with it, and I know that you both will face and conquer the aftermath triumphantly.
It must also be very close to the time that you are moving. Thank goodness. All the best with that, and I magine that you will be excited and relieved at the same time, in spite of the frenetic activities involved in re-location...
I am seeing the liver specialist in 5 days, the local doctor in 6 days which is the day I will start the Prozac taper. I am really excited now, although I know that it will take a month or so for me to stabilise and I will feel even worse before I feel better. I will ensure that I start on the 7 mg, but would be grateful for any suggestions as the the speed of, and level of dose reductions, of the taper.
Lisa, I know exactly what you are talking about. Maybe you have stopped too suddenly... I never tried Dramamine (which is metabolised by the liver) but anything else didn't help me...

Peace sand Long Life

[Redbled]

I spoke today with my nat doc and was pleased to learn some things. He fully expected me to have some stomach issues in the first week of taking the items he gave me. He said that was part of the process of detox since the Lex is being taken out of my body, by many bowell movements, extra sweat, etc. He told me to take charcoal twice a day, 4 times each time. Said it would help to absorb the junk in the detox period and make me feel better. He also said in a week or so when I was doing better, he was wanting to put me on a herbal stim cell type of healing product. I'm still not fully convinced, but his explanation of how I was feeling made quite a bit of sense. Yesterday was better than the previous 3 and today was better than yesterday, so here's to hoping I'm just in detox mode. I'm staying the course with this for now. Curious what the vets think of this? Later, have a great weekend all.

Only took Lexapro for 10 days, as a doctors response to my brief anxiety over a treatable medical condition. Took my last pill at the very end of August.

[NonCoMpLiAnT]

Hi,

I am obviously new here (Post count ='s 1) - LOL

I have been on lexapro 20mg 1 a day for about 2 years... My Dr. prescribed it for my anxiety. I get spuratic panic attacks while driving and have to pull over.

At any rate... I told him I would like to go off of the Lexapro since it does not seem to be helping all that much. I really don't like taking meds either.

Now the disturbing part. I had a little chest pain (near my heart) shortly after starting Lexapro.... I contributed it to a side effect.

Now that I have been on 10mg for the past 2 weeks and went to 5mg 2 nights ago I am experiencing chest pain more frequently. I listened to my heart tonight through my wifes stethoscope (she is an RN) and I heard some minor PVC's. However, Last Saturday I had PVCs all over the place. She wanted me to goto the hospital..... I chalked it off to anxiety and refused.... (She was stressing me out)

Now that I think about the situation... I think these PVCs are the route or part of my anxiety? Does any of this make any sense whatsoever? Am I loosing my cognitive abilities going off this stuff - hehe

I must admit, I have not had any real withdrawl symtoms. At least not any of the bad ones. In my book insomnia is a good thing though, I am after all a musician. I do my best work in the late hours :P Lord I hope it stays that way..... Any insight folkes? I'm 2 young to have a heart attack... Tell me this is a known side effect.

Oh yeah!!! Hi by the way

Tryng to remain in good spirits. MMMMMM spirits!!! Wish I drank!!!!!!!

NC

If it doesn't scream, it didn't come from my strings...

[auntybiotic]

Hi Everyone,

Mr. Soock,

It is suggested to taper 5 to 10% of the Prozac every three weeks. This way you should not feel any side effects as the Prpzac has a built in taper of 28 days.

Ask the pharmacist for a 5 Mg and a 1 Mg BP syringe. Measure out the 8 mg of the liquid and then in the 1 Mg syringe measure out the full 1 Mg. Then come back and measure out .03 Mg to line 3 in the 1 Mg syringe. You will have tapered your dose by 10%. Your dose will now be 6.3 Mg.

The next taper, will be 5.7Mg so measure it out with the two syringes.

The next will be 5.2 Mg

The Next will be 4.8 Mg
The Next will be 4.3 Mg
The Next will be 3.9 Mg

And so on taking 10% off of your current dose. I am sure you will breeze thru this with VERY little withdrawal once you stabalize. It has taken an average of two to three weeks to stabalize.

Let us know how this works

Non Comp,

Lexapro can cause heart complications............have a echocardigram done. You are so fortunate not to have yet experienced withdrawal but it may not hit for about a month. Good luck.

[tamra]

Top '0 the mornin' to everyone!! I'm feeling better! Are simple colds biological weapons! Simple colds!! Since I was feeling like krud anyway..I went to the 2.5 mg. That was 6 days ago. Yesterday was the fog, nausea, confusion, mixed up words, and irritability. Today...the clouds have lifted and I've only got the occasional belly scream.

Does anyone have successful advice on what to do next?? How long to stay on 2.5 mg? I really can't taper anymore...the pills are too small.

Thanks again! Happy day!! [8D]

Live every day to it's fullest!

[debbie724]

Today is going to be a GOOD day... I can feel it!

NC, I personally can relate to what you are saying. Everything about my "anxiety attacks" and "panic attacks" mock symptoms of heart problems (putting me in the hospital on several occasions with VERY real symptoms of a heart attack, including dangerously high blood pressure). Now that I've stopped taking the lexapro my anxiety is getting worse and so are my symptoms. I was sure I was having a heart attack yesterday. I am prescribed 2 Ativan a day, and usually take one in the am and one approx. 12 hours later... but the 2nd dose is getting closer each day to the 1st. I plan on calling my heart doctor today to set up a visit, hopefully preventing me from worrying myself into a panic attack. The worst thing about living like this is that I do it silently now. I have worried my family too many times when I believed I was having a heart attack. I'm trying to be strong and live through the symptoms, praying that they are ONLY due to anxiety and NOT a heart attack.

Mr Spock, to answer your question... I do have "zaps" of pain in my leg occasionally. Always the same leg, and always the same place. They are stronger "zaps" and appear off and on... one at a time. The "zaps" that I have been experiencing in my chest are like hundreds of tiny ones... all at once... off and on. Does that make sense?

Miss Lee, what symptoms of chest pain were you having.


debbie

[stanbo]

Hi Tamra,

Glad to hear that you are feeling better - that really give me hope, too. I am on day 6 of 7.5 mgs instead of ten. I don't feel any different - yet... At Auntybiotic's suggestion, I plan on staying at 7.5 mgs for three weeks before I decrease to 5mgs.

Since you are already down to 2.5 mgs, I think you would want to take that amount everyday for 3 weeks, and then maybe every other day for three more weeks, and then maybe you could go off, or go to every 3 or 4 days.....

From everything I have read here, don't rush going off of it completely....take your time. That's what I am going to do....I am not an expert or anything though, to say the least....

Hope everyone is doing good today! I am off work, and my head feels a little spacey...but I don't think its the lexapro withdrawal.. I just think its being a slug, and sleeping in until 9:00 this morning (I normally get up at 5:00 am). But I'm not complaining!

[Miss Lee]

NC-

It is the meds. I had that same thing happen to me and it just felt like dropped or skipped beats. It will reregulate. Mine did. But it took awhile. i just started to look at it as annoying rather than scary.

SO GUESS WHAT??

I could be feeling better. I haven't wanted to say anything (to jinx it) but i just am feeling better. I wouldn't say 100% (who is???), but definately better than I have in a long time. I still get tired easy. I still have stomach issues. I am still to skinny. BUT>>>>>>>>>>>

The fear is almost gone. My chest pain is gone. My heart palps are few and far between. The displaced anxiety is almost gone. The pressure is my head is dying down. The crying jags are way better. I AM WINNING! WE ARE WINNING!

What a great day for all of us!

Miss Lee

[Miss Lee]

Debbie-

My pains were directly behind my heart and in the front top of my cheast. It felt tight and sharp. I always said it felt like I have a elephant on my chest. I couldn't breathe deep enough. It was on and off.....Bad days it scared the #$%^ out of me. Good days it was a constant dull ache. Then it went away.

Miss Lee

[mohannie]

Hi Everyone,

I know I've been a litte quiet, but that's a good thing. I am feeling a little short-tempered today, but that's about it. I'm going to hang out with friends tonight, so I'll be having some fun. I hope you all are having good days, but if not, remember that good days are coming.

[NonCoMpLiAnT]

Thanks for all the insight folks I feel better hearing (rather seeing) that response. I'm a goof-ball, sorry :S Hope my dry humor makes someone smile through their distress. I know it sucks and I hope everyone feels better and "wins"

I'm gonna go jam and try to relax

Thx and have a good weekend



NC

If it doesn't scream, it didn't come from my strings...

[lisa99]

quote:Originally posted by Mr Spock



Lisa, I know exactly what you are talking about. Maybe you have stopped too suddenly... I never tried Dramamine (which is metabolised by the liver) but anything else didn't help me...

Peace sand Long Life

I did try the Dramamine and it got me through yesterday, but when I woke up today and again had that spinning head, I called my doctor. He put me back on Lex, but at 2.5 mg. I'm okay with this, as my original two tapers went from 5 mg to 0... almost instantly after taking the 2.5, I felt fine.

So I think I'll be on the 2.5 for at least a week, maybe two (my next appointment is Thursday and we'll make a decision). Hopefully my NEXT attempt at going to zero will work!

Other than the physical issues (and some sleepiness), my mood is great! Hang in there everyone.

[Torxis]

Good morning everyone, G'Day, top-o-the mornin to ya, Hi yall, and hello!
YES! I feel another fine day comming on in our lives.
Just poped in to try to catch up. I've been busy helping my sister get ready for a big move to Colorado. We'll be at it on and off for the next two weeks or so, so please forgive if my posts are erratic. Been sleeping well at least. Quick question, Do you guys have any info for me on Prozac? Like most of us my sister has issues and is thinking of starting on it. Being the RN I'm supposed to have all the answers. I do know what the doc and the manufacturer say but that's not what I'm asking you. What I'm after is the info they don't want you too know. I mean from start to finish. Benefits, risks, side effects, while on it and after comming off. Thanx!

------------------------------------------NonCoMpLiAnT--------------------------------------------Just trying to get your attention! PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE go down to your local family doc and get an EKG. It won't cost much, nothing if you have ins., it won't hurt, and it's always best to err on the side of caution. As I'm sure your wife suggested, PVC's should be checked out. While you were probably having PAC's, which are much more benign, PVC's are much more serious. Regardless of the type, erratic heart rhythms of any type should be checked with at least a simple Ekg. Abnormal rhythms may be caused by many substances and you may want to consider cutting down or stopping any or all of the following that you may be taking; Coffee, cigarettes, alcohol, pot, and coke or any other stimulants. Please understand, we make suggestions here because we care, not to lecture, Good Luck!
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[auntybiotic]

Stanbo,

You can very easily taper from 2.5 Mg. I will explain how.

Take the 2.5 Mg piece of lexapro and place it in a glass measuring cup and crush it. Now Place 4 ounces of cranberry juice in the measuring cup. (there are already lines so you can be exact)

Now mix well so that the lexapro piece is mixed well with the cranberry. Pour one ounce of the liquid down the drain. You will now have 3 ounces of liquid and have just reduced the 2.5 Mg by 25%.

Drink the three ounces of cranberry juice with the lexapro mixed in. Continue doing this for three weeks.

At the next taper repeat the same exact process as above but this time discard 2 ounces of the lexapro cranberry liquid. You will now be down to 1.25 Mg. Continue doing this for three weeks.

The next taper follow the same steps except this time throw away three ounces of the liquid and drink one. This should help you to ease right off of the lexapro. Do not skip days as this throws your neurotransmitters into turmoil.

Hope this helps.

[mohannie]

Hi Everyone,

I hope you all are having a good day. I started to feel bad last night, but I fought the bad feelings off successfully. Debbie, how is your weekend going? Are you having good days or bad days? Just wanted to check on you. To all of my other fellow posters, continue to be good and tell yourselves how wonderful, beautiful, and precious you are.

[tamra]

Thanks for the great taper advice! I have a prescription to pick up for 5 mg lexapro...to cut in 1/2 or maybe 1/4...we'll see how small they are. I'm suprised that each increment should be spaced at 3 weeks...it makes sense though....I'm looking forward to drinking a BEER!!! I didn't realize that the alcohol/lexapro interaction was so strong...(I'm a really cheap drunk though!!)My husband and I went to Olive Garden & I ordered 1 glass of wine....I drank 3/4 of it with my meal and was so drunk, I almost stumbled out of the place! I sat in the car realizing that my face was numb! so....lesson learned...I do not drink ANY alcohol on these blessed pills. Well, at least I'll be able to have a beer for fishing on the lake this year! I've got plenty of time...since there's still snow on the ground here.

Hope everyone's having a great weekend!

Live every day to it's fullest!

[Augusto99]

Hey everyone. Ive been taking lexapro for about 2 weeks now. The thing is after a week I tried to stop. I thought I didnt nee dthe pills. Bad move...3 days after quitting I felt so out of it. My visions was soo blurred I had hardcore insomnia and I had probably the worse nightmare Ive ever had. Now im back on it ending the 2nd week right now. Im not gonna lie it has helped iwht the anxiety, but I just dont like this entire withdrawal thing. So im thinking if i quit now I could be off it very soon. Does anyone have any suggestions for a taper plan for me. I definitly don't want to cold turkey again showing that it will effect me, but I would think only 2 weeks of use would mean I could quit easily. Help me!! im only 19 yeras old, life is great and I just wnat to be back to my old self. Alright thanks everyone.

[Shifty]

My opinion is that you should go back to cold turkey and just suffer through the withdrawals because the more you put in your system the more you jack up your brain chemistry.

There are others on this board that will disagree I'm sure. I've always been on it for short periods and always went cold turkey.

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I have taken : Paxil, Lexapro, Xanax, and Lithium
Currently: 450mg Eskalith CR (Lithium)

I was mis-diagnosed for 3 years. They thought I had Generalized Anxiety Disorder with a Major Depressive Episode. The real problem was Bipolar Disorder.
Quit Lexapro cold-turkey Dec 22, 2005.
Ask me anything, nothing is off-limits.