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Can Lexapro make you feel panicky?
I recently switched from Paxil to lexapro for depression and anxiety. I’ve been taking lexapro for 3 weeks now and have had a few days recently where I’ve felt like I’m having a panic attack. Anyone have this happen? Am I still in the “adjustment phase”? My depression and overall anxiety are better,... read more
Escitalopram - Lexapro First 2 weeks side effects?
Hi all, i started lexapro 11 days ago now, and it has been a bit of tough road so far.. I was on celexa 3 years ago for panic & anxiety and got after a year and was pretty successful. My anxiety came back around 8 weeks ago and i went to a different doc you recommended lexapro 5mg, I started and... read more
I need help I'm scared to take Lexapro?
I have been suffering from panic attacks since May 2021. It has become so debilitating that I'm waking up in panic, I can't drive without freaking out and my children are becoming worried. I'm so tired of feeling like I'm having a stroke or dieing and the constant crying. My doctor has recommended... read more
Can I stop taking Lexapro after two doses?
I recently got prescribed Lexapro 10mg for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), since taking it I have been very nauseous, been having shaking and trembling on my hands, and over all been more anxious than I was before I was prescribed it which has led to lack of sleep and fatigue. I am wondering... read more
What do you think about going up to 30mg on Lexapro?
Just went up to 25mg on Lexapro I know 20mg is max do you think I am going the right thing I’m scared to go to 30mg
2 month on Lexapro (5mg), but still having anxiety & intrusive thoughts?
I just started Lexapro this last month for anxiety, after having side effects from Zoloft. The first month on Lexapro was great, when i went back to the doctor for a usual check up on how the meds were doing he advise me to up it to 10mg, which i refused ( i know dumb me ). So I guess now I am... read more
Lexapro - When do the sweating go away?
I started taking it 2 days ago and the cold sweats and Hot flashes are unbearable. Does it ever go away
Has anyone been on 10mg of Lexapro and increased to 20mg? Mine was increased to 20mg on Tuesday...
... by my doctor because 10mg stopped working after 4 months. I started my increase on Friday, just 3 days ago and my anxiety and depression has gone up. Things that I have read online says you won’t feel the side effects like when you first started Lexapro but I am having increase anxiety and d... read more
I am having heart palpitations since I transitioned from Lexapro to Prozac and I HATE IT?
I was on Lexapro for 3 years, it kind of stopped working so I went on 10mG Prozac, I was on it in my 20's and it was great so I suggested it... I'm 50 now... The transition has been horrible... 3 weeks into the Prozac and I am still having body sensations, and heart palpitations... I wore a heart... read more
3 weeks on Prozac and still getting body sensations and palpitations?
I was on Lexapro 20mg for a few years but it pooped out, I suggested Prozac because I had a lot success on it in my mid 20's. The transition has been horrible. 3 weeks into the Prozac and I am having body sensations, and heart palpitations. I wore a heart monitor for 24 hours, and cardiologist said... read more
Lexapro making me feel worse before better.
I started having major sleeping problems about a month ago. I went days without sleep and I didn’t know why. It hit me all at once and insomnia was just not what I need right now. I tried meditation and journaling to see if these would help me and decided my anxiety and depression was too bad with m... read more
Are Lexapro and tramadol safe together?
My doctor prescribed Lexapro along with my other meds: tramadol, gabapentin, Zanaflex& lisinopril. I am terrified to add the antidepressant to it all. The interactions are scary.
Can just 5 mgs of Lexapro be an effective dose?
Has anyone here found just 5 mgs of Lexapro to be an effective dose? If yes, how long did it take to work for you and what condition did you start taking it for? Thanks--
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