Did anyone have anxiety as a side effect from aripriprazole? I’m taking it with escitalopram.
Aripiprazole - Aripriprazole and anxiety?
- Asked
- 23 Mar 2021 by Marcio
- Updated
- 24 March 2021 (4 weeks ago)
- Topics
- anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder, aripiprazole, escitalopram, side effect
Answers (2)
TyreseTl
23 Mar 2021
Hello,
Unfortunately, yes. Common (1% to 10%): Anxiety. It usually resolve within a few days to a week or 2. If symptoms do persist report it to the doctor, okay?
Tyrese
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WildcatVet
23 Mar 2021
Hi, Marcio!
How long have you been taking your two medications? Anxiety is a common side effect when first starting aripiprazole:
"Very common (10% or more of users): Agitation (up to 19%), insomnia (up to 18%), anxiety (up to 17%), restlessness (up to 12%)"
It's also a common side effect of escitalopram.
These side effects generally resolve within days to several weeks. If you've been taking the medication(s) longer than that you should talk with your doctor for professional advice.
Best regards,
Wildcat
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Marcio
23 Mar 2021
Over a year now.
My psych doc said he doesn’t know what’s wrong with me. Maybe time to change doctors?
Thanks.
WildcatVet
23 Mar 2021
Depending on what dose you're taking an increase may be warranted or a switch to different medications but I would think your doctor would have talked to you about that.
Getting a 2nd opinion couldn't hurt...
WC
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