Escitalopram for Anxiety User Reviews (Page 4)

• Elvis...
• October 9, 2014

Lexapro (escitalopram) "My experience thus far on this mediicne is absolutely life changing. I have never taken any form of medication in my life bar antibiotics on a couple of occasions, however when anxiety hit me out of nowhere I thought I was losing my mind. I could not think or function. I didn't have the strength to stomach food and was afraid all the time. I could not work and thought that living was becoming impossible. As a result of this I became depressed and the vicious cycle continued. I thought I would never escape this feeling. It all became too much for me after about a month and I went to my doctor a blithering mess. He prescribed me 10mg Lexapro and I regained my life. 14 days later I am back to normal and happy smiling. Get your life back."

• djdae...
• November 18, 2013

Lexapro (escitalopram) "I am a 30 year old female who has suffered from depression and anxiety my entire life and it got worse after I had my daughter. Two years after she was born, I couldnt take it anymore and I had to get help. I talked to my doctor and was put on Lexapro, 10 mg. I hated it at first. I was dizzy and "swimmy" feeling, couldnt sleep, couldnt eat, felt out of it, couldn't care less about things that were going on. This only lasted about a week! Then, I could gradually feel myself getting used to it. My next appt, my dosage was upped to 20 mg (he started me on 10 because he wanted to ease me into it knowing I was a mom and worked full time; i still needed to function). Let me just say that Lexapro SAVED MY LIFE!! I love it and swear by it!"

• MM2x
• February 1, 2014

Lexapro (escitalopram) "I've been taking Lexapro for about 2 months now. I have suffered from social anxiety all of my life and finally went to the doctor to get help. It was the best thing I ever did. I now can function and feel normal. I didn't have any bad side effects from the medicine and have been very pleased with the results. My day to day life is not filled with me avoiding many situations and I now feel "normal". I never expected this medication to work. My only regret is I didn't get help sooner."

• Roche...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 20, 2024

Lexapro (escitalopram) "Love reading these reviews! I've been a terribly anxious person my entire life, as far back as I can remember. Because of the stigma/shame of mental illness, and my social anxiety, I chose to self-medicate at different times in my life to help ease my pain.This only made things worse. Recently, I lost a brother to cancer, my brother-in-law committed suicide, and many other issues in my life caused my already anxious/depressed state to turn into full-blown panic 24/7. I was in pure hell - not sleeping, no appetite, avoiding people, not going anywhere. I finally got an appointment with a psychiatrist who started me on Lexapro several days ago. I took 5 mg for a few days and now I'm taking 10 mg. I can feel the heavy anxiety lifting, and I have so much hope for the future that I didn't have before... much of this came from reading reviews from people who described having felt just like me, and are doing so much better now since they've been on Lexapro. For those still suffering, know that there is hope! Blessings!"

• Feeling...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 2, 2020

"Hi Everyone, I want to share my experience so far. I've been taking Escitalopram 10mg for 5 days. So far I feel my brain feels foggy , nauseated, no appetite, and I feel restless. I am reading that most people feel better by the second week with less to no side effects so I am hopeful that I will soon feel like my self. I am hoping that these symptoms go away like today . Good luck to everyone. May your journey on ecitalopram be a great one!"

• melanie
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 15, 2014

Lexapro (escitalopram) "Before I took this medication, I had severe social anxiety. I would often stay silent because of hurting someone's feelings or I was afraid of embarassment. I constantly worried about what people thought of me. It was ruining my life. My doctor started me on Paxil but I couldnt take the physical symptoms. When I started taking Lexapro it felt like a huge weight was taken off of my shoulders. I could be myself again! I usually take it at night because it makes me a little drowsy. Months later, I got a job working for a school near me as a bus monitor. I ride the preschool and high school buses to maintain safety and prevent bullying. Without Lexapro, I DEFINITELY would have not been able to be in that position before."

• Joe
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 23, 2019

Lexapro (escitalopram) "This medication worked great for me! The first 2 weeks were not great (insomnia, increased anxiety, some GI upset, blurry vision). Wait out the first 2 weeks if you can! The first 2 weeks are not the final result by far! This medication destroys anxiety after 4+ weeks. I took the medication for agoraphobia caused by Xanax withdrawal. It worked great AFTER 4+ weeks. The results are up and down until about week 4. Meaning, you’ll feel worse and better on weeks 1-4. Then in week 4 it became consistent. I did get euphoria on day 3-4 but that didn’t last long. Don’t judge the medication for better or for worse in the first several weeks. Don’t judge it too soon! I had side effects in the beginning but they went away after about 3-4 weeks."

• Anonymous
• September 26, 2022

Lexapro (escitalopram) "I wanted to wait and write my review. First off I want to tell the people who wrote their experiences thank you. When I started my journey on Lexapro I would sit in my bed crying rereading the reviews over and over to comfort me. I thought I was stuck for life. Each morning I would coach myself to take the pill and get through the day. I experienced anxiety, depression, and terrible intrusive thoughts. I started low and slow 2.5mg now I’m fixing to start 20mg. It’s hard journey in the beginning but stay strong and stick with it. I didn’t think this drug would work I questioned it so much on the beginning. Thanks to God, my doctors/therapy, my family/friends, and this drug it will forever change my life. All the comments that tell you to wait it out and to just give it time I have to say was true for me. Just remember there is a light at the end or the tunnel. If not this drug there is others. Keep fighting take care."

• Drago...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 2, 2024

"Been dealing with general anxiety my whole life. Have tried Effexor and Paxil in the past and had horrible side effects. After suffering for a few years, doc had me try Escitalopram. Not going to lie, first few weeks were awful. Super tired, ramped up anxiety, nausea. But it got a little better every day. I feel normal again. My brain feels clear. I don’t overthink every little thing. I feel like taking on the world every morning. Stick with it because it will work."

• nervo...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 16, 2013

Lexapro (escitalopram) "If you're suffering, you need to fix you! This medication is the most important thing to ever happen in my life. I went from a nervous, neurotic, obsessional wreck, to calm, cool and in-control dude - and I only take 5-10 mg (I'm 6' 4"). Over the last seven years, I've taken it on average 1-2 months out of the year - only when needed and never more than 6-8 weeks. I prefer not to be on anything, but when my health and business decline because of my mood, I immediately break the safety glass and reach for the Lexapro. And if for some reason Lexapro doesn't work for you, work with your doctor to find the right medicine so you can feel better. (I've tried 6 different medicines, we all have different chemistries - never give up."

• Saker
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 23, 2020

Lexapro (escitalopram) "I was prescribed Lexapro after my constant, full body shaking and dizziness had no reasonable cause and I have a family history of anxiety. The first week is absolutely the worst. I couldn't eat, sleep, shaking got way worse, felt like passing out, dizzy, restless legs, unable to concentrate. Be warned, you need to take a week off work before starting this stuff. After a week a lot of the problems went away. I had a day without any shaking in my body or dizziness, then it came back, then went away again. It will work eventually, just stick with it."

• jeffery
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 16, 2024

Lexapro (escitalopram) "I started taking Lexapro after being run through the list of antidepressants, none of which helped me like Lexapro. I was still having constant panic attacks on all these other medications. It was so bad I couldn't leave my house for 4 years. I cannot suggest this medication more than any others after my experience. I've since stopped taking it after a year and I'm fine other than depression, but that's all external, not internal like it was when I was having panic attacks, but they're gone like the wind. I can't think of any negative side effects I experienced while taking it; there were too many positive effects for me to notice."

• Nikky
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• August 18, 2019

Lexapro (escitalopram) "Lexapro has helped to take away the awful stomach stress l lived with for many years. I am now able to better manage my anxiety issues without extra intervention. I've only had positive experience with this medication. I have been taking 10mg for 8 years. And suffered from anxiety for 20 years prior to that."

• Syd
• June 30, 2015

Lexapro (escitalopram) "I started having bad anxiety after I went back to work. I started on lexapro 5mg. I'm glad I stuck with it. Yes the side effects for the first 6 weeks were hell but after week 6 they ALL went away. I had every side effect too. But reading the reviews from people who said to stick it out it's worth it is what kept me going. After week 6 I went up to 10mg and was worried I was going to experience the side effects again. But nope no side effects. My anxiety is gone and I'm coming out of that black hole I was in. So please anyone reading this , yes stick with it! The start up side effects will go away. I had increased anxiety when I first started taking it but that too stopped. I am on the generic as well."

• Audy
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 1, 2019

Lexapro (escitalopram) "I use to read these reviews and be so scared to take the medication. I was scared of the side effects and horrible stories that I read about. However, my anxiety got so bad after I had my 4th baby, I knew I had to do something. I started taking 5 mg. Only side effect I had was extreme tiredness and some yawning. I then went up to 10mg and now I’m on 20mg. I think I began to feel a difference after a couple of weeks. This medication has really helped me. I hadn’t even able to drive the freeway for 7 years due to extreme anxiety and fear. I am now driving the freeway with no anxiety or panic feeling, and I owe it to this medication. I am very happy that I gave it a chance, Lexapro has greatly improved my life."

• Kodi
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 12, 2023

Lexapro (escitalopram) "Anyone struggling with overthinking or constant negative thinking, please take a chance and try Lexapro out. I can't say it will help everyone because everybody's brain chemistry works differently, but if it does help you, trust me, this is a much better option than cannabis, Benzos, and booze. You realize your brain is in constant worry mode and you think that it's your personality, but in reality, I do think the constant stress states create patterns that develop problems with your neurotransmitters. If anxiety and negative thinking have made you not want to live, as you're in constant battle, I suggest going through medical treatment and working with a doctor and therapist to find what suits you best. I have many friends and family members who use substances to help with their worries, but in the long term, it causes more damage than good."

• Analog...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 11, 2023

Lexapro (escitalopram) "I found myself saddled with intense anxiety in the early spring of 2022. I’m still not quite certain how it happened, or how I let it in, but it became a daily source of discomfort for me. I believe that it was one panic attack, which scared me so much, that I suddenly began thinking about panic attacks all of the time. This may be what contributed to the ongoing problem. I began to avoid things that I felt might put me into uncomfortable situations and trigger the anxiety attacks. Even going into the grocery store became a huge problem for me. I would have to plan in advance in order to do it as quickly as possible. If I had to drive somewhere, I needed to find the shortest possible route. Anyway, I began taking 5 mg of Lexapro in late June, and although it was slow, I now feel like my old self. Taking the long way home and not thinking about anxiety as much, if at all. I had no side effects whatsoever, and I want to tell anyone who is considering it, that it’s OK!"

• Dawn
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 25, 2019

Lexapro (escitalopram) "I was suffering from horrible anxiety and panic attacks and I became agoraphobic. I hated it and being an owner of 5 businesses I had to have help. I actually came to this site and read all the reviews before I started. The first 2 weeks were tough but I was prepared because of the reviews. I had vertigo, a little increased anxiety, couldn't cry, and blurred vision. I started with half a dose the first week 5mg and then upped it to the 10 mg. But if you stick with this , I'm at a month and with behavioral therapy and lexapro...I'm living my life again and beginning to feel great again. I'm mad I waited so long to try it...its worked amazing for me but like I said you have to get through the adjustment period and at about 2 weeks things calm down and you start to feel more at peace. Good luck!!"

• Deb
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 18, 2019

Lexapro (escitalopram) "My entire life and I mean even as a child I can remember overthinking and worrying about everything. I have dealt with the anxiety that comes from the worry and the panic attacks too. It wasn’t until I turned 40 that I mentioned this to a new doctor I started seeing and he prescribed Lexapro. My god, I wish someone had opened my eyes before. I assumed everyone felt this way but after a month on Lexapro it was a weight lifted off of my shoulders. I am so happy to not feel all of that anxiety anymore. Normal stress is fine but the overwhelming feeling of anxiety is gone and I hope it stays that way. It’s been close to 4 years now and it’s still working for me. Lexapro really is an amazing drug."

• Godsp...
• October 25, 2018

Lexapro (escitalopram) "I really hope that my review can help someone out there. Even if it only helps one person, it will be worth it to me. I just had my first child in the month of April and about 3 months later, I noticed something was different. I was scared to leave the house and even the most simple tasks seemed overwhelming. My thoughts were racing, I would pace back and forth, and I was having multiple panic attacks. I wanted to call the emergency room because I thought I was losing my mind! After suffering for a month, I spoke to my doctor and she prescribed me 10MG of Lexapro. I had every side effect including upset stomach, hot flashes, going to the bathroom constantly, insomnia, mood swings, shaky hands, loss of appetite, and nausea. After 3 weeks, my side effects are almost gone! My appetite is back, I don't have panic attacks anymore, and I'm not scared to leave the house! Please be patient with this medication. It takes 3-4 weeks to even BEGIN to be effective!"

• Bex
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 19, 2021

Lexapro (escitalopram) "I thought I could cope without antidepressants & wasted many years of my life struggling with stress & anxiety. After an extremely stressful event I eventually 'crashed' & could no longer function. I couldn't eat, had terrible restlessness, I felt like I was detached from everyone & everything, I couldn't focus, I was confused, not sleeping at all most nights & depression hit hard. I had no choice but to begin medication immediately. The initial side effects of Cipralex wore off after about 2 weeks. My appetite returned, I began sleeping again & I felt calm. The side effects were minimal & were a small price to pay for the benefits of the medication. I was on 10mg for 14 months & tapered off gradually over 4 months. I had discontinuation symptoms of anxiety & insomnia for a few days but it's now been 2 weeks since stopping completely & I'm feeling great!"

• Steph...
• July 4, 2017

Lexapro (escitalopram) "This drug -super small dose - has changed my life. I have been a nurse for 26 years. My stress and anxiety levels were at the max! I just wanted to sleep on my days off and I did not want to socialize. I was easily overwhelmed and worried constantly. I was just awful. I started lexapro at 10 mg and it was too much ! I backed down to 5 mg and the first 3 weeks were hell. I felt out of body - exhausted but could not sleep - it was just an awful three weeks. After reading many reviews to hang in there --- that's what I did. Around week 3-4 - I adjusted. I felt like my worries rolled off my back, I wanted to do things, I felt more energy than I had in years, I was laughing and finally listening to people did not annoy me! Hang in!!"

• Lexap...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 24, 2023

Lexapro (escitalopram) ""THIS MEDICATION SAVED MY LIFE". This is my first review for a medication. Like myself, and so many other people out there, I have had horrible side effects with a lot of other medications. I can't tell you how many I've tried, but the last time I tried another medication for anxiety, it was hell, and I wouldn't wish my experience on my worst enemy. Because of my previous experience, I vowed to never take a pill again since last experience was so terrible. I made it over a year and lived with terrible anxiety every day. I was in a constant state of fight or flight mode and my heart was always pounding. I could never relax. I was driving my wife crazy with my worries and was unable to enjoy life. I called my doctor and he recommended I try Lexapro. I have been on it for over 2 years now. I spent days on the internet reading reviews and thanks to all of the positive ones, I decided to give it a try. To those who are reading this, please give it a try. It could save your life."

• extrA...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 12, 2015

Lexapro (escitalopram) "Before Lexapro I was extremely stressed out for at least a year before taking it. Everything my boyfriend would do would cause me to snap. I would snap on family members constantly as well. If they were chewing too loud, whistling, or looking at me, I would flip out and yell. No lie here...within 2 days I had noticed a day and night difference. My boyfriend absolutely adores me now. I love who I am and I can't imagine life the way it was before. This medicine was/is a miracle to me. The only side effect I had was yawning often the first two days, but that went away. I love living life now and enjoy myself. I can't express enough how much it has helped. My life has taken an absolute 180!"

• jano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 28, 2019

Lexapro (escitalopram) "Lexapro is AMAZING if you can make it through the beginning. At first you may feel sick or not want to eat, a little depression here and there. But trust me if you can make it through that the rest is smooth sailing. I feel like myself again! Happy, can't stop talking and being joyful. I am so thankful I tried this because I really do not worry anymore I am just happy and and experiencing a lot more because I have such a clear head now(:"