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Posted by lil' jimi on April 14, 2003, at 18:12:48
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by fanni on April 14, 2003, at 17:12:30
> hi jim,
> thanks for welcoming me!my side effects so far well i felt sick at first ,but thats passed,and now its just annoying little stuff like a taste in my mouth like ive been eating old socks! and yawning all the time,feeling a bit spaced but no therapeutic results yet,spose its a bit soon,after a week!
>
> i dont know what a dx is though. im on 5mg but im going to ask for that to be increased next time i go in. i got put on it for depression,the first time ive been on an anti depressant since prozac,that made me absolutely loo-laa! thanks for your help!hi fanni.
pleasure's mine ... i have fallen for some of the abreviations/code this site uses: dx = diagonsis ; rx = ... well that one's obvious ... my "dx" is depression too ... lexapro is the only AD (anti-depressant) i've ever taken ... i had been cutting 10mg tabs in half until last thursday when my gp increased me to 10mg ... are you spliting the 10s?
sometimes it can take 4 to 6 weeks before SE (side-effects)s go away ... sounds like your doing great for your 1st week ... your SEs sound exactly like mine, especially that taste in your mouth ... hang in there!
thanks for your response ... very nice, but never required! ... btw, blkvettes is cool ... lots of supportive folks here ... glad to have you aboard.
got to go do my taxes now ... and as blkvettes would post:... TAKE CARE !!!!!!!
~ ...jim
Posted by blkvettes on April 14, 2003, at 21:17:02
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl » fanni, posted by lil' jimi on April 14, 2003, at 18:12:48
> > hi jim,
> > thanks for welcoming me!my side effects so far well i felt sick at first ,but thats passed,and now its just annoying little stuff like a taste in my mouth like ive been eating old socks! and yawning all the time,feeling a bit spaced but no therapeutic results yet,spose its a bit soon,after a week!
> >
> > i dont know what a dx is though. im on 5mg but im going to ask for that to be increased next time i go in. i got put on it for depression,the first time ive been on an anti depressant since prozac,that made me absolutely loo-laa! thanks for your help!
>
> hi fanni.
>
> pleasure's mine ... i have fallen for some of the abreviations/code this site uses: dx = diagonsis ; rx = ... well that one's obvious ... my "dx" is depression too ... lexapro is the only AD (anti-depressant) i've ever taken ... i had been cutting 10mg tabs in half until last thursday when my gp increased me to 10mg ... are you spliting the 10s?
>
> sometimes it can take 4 to 6 weeks before SE (side-effects)s go away ... sounds like your doing great for your 1st week ... your SEs sound exactly like mine, especially that taste in your mouth ... hang in there!
>
> thanks for your response ... very nice, but never required! ... btw, blkvettes is cool ... lots of supportive folks here ... glad to have you aboard.
>
> got to go do my taxes now ... and as blkvettes would post:... TAKE CARE !!!!!!!
> ~ ...jim
Hi Jim, you are to much so I just had to post and say!!!!!!! TAKE CARE!!!!!!
Posted by lil' jimi on April 14, 2003, at 21:25:09
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by blkvettes on April 14, 2003, at 21:17:02
Posted by wperry1971 on April 15, 2003, at 1:11:35
In reply to Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by Dr. Bob on June 11, 2002, at 7:52:48
I read one of the other posts and it said something about supplementing with 500 mg of Testosterone per month. Has anybody tried that to offset the lack of Sex drive. Thanks.
Wayne
Posted by MattD on April 16, 2003, at 4:51:39
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by wperry1971 on April 15, 2003, at 1:11:35
I've been on Celexa up to 70mg and experienced definite alopecia (happened to me on Zoloft and Prozac). I recently tried Lexapro and now am on both. I titrated up to 10mg Lexapro. I experienced an increase in libido (which is strange for me on SSRIs--the increase, that is), and hardly any sexual side effects. Then I went to 15mg Lexapro. Libido dropped and sexual side effects appeared to a moderate extent. But there was a definite difference in side effects between 10 and 15mg. I found 10mg quite sedating, and 15mg even worse. I added 10mg Celexa and found an improvement in mood and a slight increase in sexual side effects. When I went to 20mg Celexa, there was a large increase in sexual side effects.
In overall comparison (and this is to be taken with an extra grain of salt, since all these drugs are being taking together)--I had very few sexual side effects at 10mg Lexapro. At 15mg L there was a definite increase--the sexual side effect profile was more like 10mg Celexa. 20mg Celexa showed the most dramatic sexual side effects.
Strangely, I've gained weight since starting Lexapro (7-8 pounds in 6 weeks). Usually I (and most) lose weight at first when starting an SSRI. I did (do) so with Celexa.
Right now I'm looking at 5mg Lexapro and 10mg Celexa--we'll see what hapens.
My p-doc says that in his experience Lexapro tends to be less effective than hyped, and 40mg Celexa almost always gives more improvement than 10mg Lexapro.
Best,
Matt
Posted by Luziluna on April 16, 2003, at 9:37:04
In reply to My experiences with Lexapro and Celexa, posted by MattD on April 16, 2003, at 4:51:39
Thanks for this post Matt.
I just started on Lexapro and have been reading the posts about this drug. I am currently only on 2.5 mgs, and will ease up to 5 mgs some time this week. I don't plan on going above 5 mgs, as even 2.5 has been sedating to me.
I too have experienced no sexual side effects on 2.5, and actually have had a slight increase in libido!!
One side effect I have noticed is dry skin, and slight flushing, though not as bad as I had with Paxil- I had severe flushing with Paxil!
Anyone else had the dry skin thing?
Anyway, I hope to stay on Lexapro at a low dose- Anyone else out there had success with lower doses of SSRI's? My doctor wants me to eventually go to 10 mgs, but my thinking is that if I have already felt effects on 2.5, why push it too much? What do you all think?
Thanks for letting me share
> I've been on Celexa up to 70mg and experienced definite alopecia (happened to me on Zoloft and Prozac). I recently tried Lexapro and now am on both. I titrated up to 10mg Lexapro. I experienced an increase in libido (which is strange for me on SSRIs--the increase, that is), and hardly any sexual side effects. Then I went to 15mg Lexapro. Libido dropped and sexual side effects appeared to a moderate extent. But there was a definite difference in side effects between 10 and 15mg. I found 10mg quite sedating, and 15mg even worse. I added 10mg Celexa and found an improvement in mood and a slight increase in sexual side effects. When I went to 20mg Celexa, there was a large increase in sexual side effects.
>
> In overall comparison (and this is to be taken with an extra grain of salt, since all these drugs are being taking together)--I had very few sexual side effects at 10mg Lexapro. At 15mg L there was a definite increase--the sexual side effect profile was more like 10mg Celexa. 20mg Celexa showed the most dramatic sexual side effects.
>
> Strangely, I've gained weight since starting Lexapro (7-8 pounds in 6 weeks). Usually I (and most) lose weight at first when starting an SSRI. I did (do) so with Celexa.
>
> Right now I'm looking at 5mg Lexapro and 10mg Celexa--we'll see what hapens.
>
> My p-doc says that in his experience Lexapro tends to be less effective than hyped, and 40mg Celexa almost always gives more improvement than 10mg Lexapro.
>
> Best,
>
> Matt
Posted by lil' jimi on April 16, 2003, at 14:18:34
In reply to Re: My experiences with Lexapro and Celexa, posted by Luziluna on April 16, 2003, at 9:37:04
LuziLuna wrote:
> Thanks for this post Matt.
>
> I just started on Lexapro and have been reading the posts about this drug. I am currently only on 2.5 mgs, and will ease up to 5 mgs some time this week. I don't plan on going above 5 mgs, as even 2.5 has been sedating to me.
>
> I too have experienced no sexual side effects on 2.5, and actually have had a slight increase in libido!!
>
> One side effect I have noticed is dry skin, and slight flushing, though not as bad as I had with Paxil- I had severe flushing with Paxil!
>
> Anyone else had the dry skin thing?
>
> Anyway, I hope to stay on Lexapro at a low dose- Anyone else out there had success with lower doses of SSRI's? My doctor wants me to eventually go to 10 mgs, but my thinking is that if I have already felt effects on 2.5, why push it too much? What do you all think?
>
> Thanks for letting me sharereplying to Matt's post:
> > I've been on Celexa up to 70mg and experienced definite alopecia (happened to me on Zoloft and Prozac). I recently tried Lexapro and now am on both. I titrated up to 10mg Lexapro. I experienced an increase in libido (which is strange for me on SSRIs--the increase, that is), and hardly any sexual side effects. Then I went to 15mg Lexapro. Libido dropped and sexual side effects appeared to a moderate extent. But there was a definite difference in side effects between 10 and 15mg. I found 10mg quite sedating, and 15mg even worse. I added 10mg Celexa and found an improvement in mood and a slight increase in sexual side effects. When I went to 20mg Celexa, there was a large increase in sexual side effects.
> >
> > In overall comparison (and this is to be taken with an extra grain of salt, since all these drugs are being taking together)--I had very few sexual side effects at 10mg Lexapro. At 15mg L there was a definite increase--the sexual side effect profile was more like 10mg Celexa. 20mg Celexa showed the most dramatic sexual side effects.
> >
> > Strangely, I've gained weight since starting Lexapro (7-8 pounds in 6 weeks). Usually I (and most) lose weight at first when starting an SSRI. I did (do) so with Celexa.
> >
> > Right now I'm looking at 5mg Lexapro and 10mg Celexa--we'll see what hapens.
> >
> > My p-doc says that in his experience Lexapro tends to be less effective than hyped, and 40mg Celexa almost always gives more improvement than 10mg Lexapro.
> > Best,
> > Matthi luziluna (love your moniker! "light and moon"?)
i've been on lexapro since march 6 and i was at 5mg until one week ago and now i'm taking 10mg.
i'm impressed that matt's taking celexa and lexapro at the same time ... good luck to matt, especially with trying to find your best combo ... lex is the only AD i've ever taken, for which i remain grateful ... although my gp was considering switching me to effexor (Comments welcome!)
i have not noticed any more than normal hair loss, though ...and i have not experinced any noticeable skin dryness, However, my scalp has been unusually itchy lately, hmmmmm ... and the only sexual SEs i've experienced are temporary (about a week) anorgasmia, when i first started lex and when my doseage increased ... followed by a more than full recovery, i'd say, to be gentile about it.
i am impressed also with your libido increases ... i have inquired more than once for reports of beneficial sexual SEs from lexapro.
i have experienced zero weight gain ... my doc had me weighed when i started and she weighed again last week: .. no change... however my experience of my appetite and taste and food and drink in general, all seems to be much more acute tha before i took lexapro.
i think your plan to try for the lowest effective dose Only makes prudent sense ... good luck to you there, too.
i thank you for sharing ... good luck to you... and to matt also ... i always appreciate our posters because i benefit from their sharing their experiences ... best to you all.
TAKE CARE!!!!! (w/ a tip of the hat to blkvettes!)
~ ... jim
Posted by lil' jimi on April 16, 2003, at 14:35:28
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by wperry1971 on April 15, 2003, at 1:11:35
> I read one of the other posts and it said something about supplementing with 500 mg of Testosterone per month. Has anybody tried that to offset the lack of Sex drive. Thanks.
>
> Waynehi wayne,
thanks for your post ... i wanted to give you a reply to at least let you know we are out here and your contribution is appreciated.
however, i know nothing about testostrone supplementation and i haven't heard anything about it either ... although i have not suffered from lack of libido , yet anyway. ... maybe you could post a specific reply quoting the poster you read ... ?
i do remember reading Once about a poster's doc prescribing Claritin (the hayfever medicine) for sexual SEs ... has anyone had any success trying that?
what med(s) are you taking?
Good luck to you,
~ ..jim
Posted by blkvettes on April 16, 2003, at 22:05:21
In reply to Re: My experiences with Lexapro and Celexa, posted by Luziluna on April 16, 2003, at 9:37:04
Hi there, take your time moving up on your dose. Do it when you feel comfortable. When you feel comfortable with 2.5 go up to 5mg. Do you take it during the day or night. Try it at night if you are not. A few hours before sleep time. This might help with being tired during the day. Either way this should go away soon. GOOD LUCK
Posted by sapphiredragon on April 17, 2003, at 6:48:10
In reply to Re: Luziluna and lexapro, posted by blkvettes on April 16, 2003, at 22:05:21
I was on Lexapro (initially 10 mg; I dropped it down to 5) for only one week. I experienced very severe side effects.
Initially, I had a lot of nausea/dizziness, but this subsided after a few days.
What was more troubling was the very strange combination of mental torpor & sleepiness along with extreme muscular tension and physical agitation. I have done yoga for over 10 years, but I could not figure out how to get my body to relax.
After one week, I consulted with my doctor and he suggested I stop the Lexapro.
I am now on 5 mg Celexa (about a week so far). My doctor suggested I take it at night, with food, to minimize digestive irritation & daytime sleepiness.
I feel much better on Celexa than on Lexapro. I have a lot more physical energy, and although I have occasional periods of feeling a bit "wired" mentally, it is not extreme.
Will let you all know how this works out over the next few weeks.
Posted by susan b. anthony on April 17, 2003, at 7:45:08
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by lil' jimi on April 16, 2003, at 14:35:28
I am getting ready for week six and most of the side effects have gone away. I really feel better - most of the panic attacks are gone - i still think about the stuff that makes me crazy but not as bad - also getting past winter has helped. I have not gained any weight - in fact i think i might have lost a few as my terrible PMS is so much better and the binge eating has almost subsided.
So for me, this Lex seems great!
Posted by blkvettes on April 17, 2003, at 8:04:45
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by susan b. anthony on April 17, 2003, at 7:45:08
> I am getting ready for week six and most of the side effects have gone away. I really feel better - most of the panic attacks are gone - i still think about the stuff that makes me crazy but not as bad - also getting past winter has helped. I have not gained any weight - in fact i think i might have lost a few as my terrible PMS is so much better and the binge eating has almost subsided.
>
> So for me, this Lex seems great!
Hi, that stuff you think about that makes you crazy. It will take time to get rid of it, but it will get better. I find it is harder when I am tired. Its harder to control my mind, thoughts, anxiety and fears. But I have gotten a lot better at it myself. TAKE CARE!!!!!!
WAYNE
Posted by chacha on April 17, 2003, at 14:39:43
In reply to I gave it my 10 weeks worth!, posted by oldwoodsman on March 30, 2003, at 17:04:35
I have stuck with this since 3/26 and I am having no more side effects. My hubby said I acted like I was spaced out for a week but I feel more centered. This is not a cure all though, because i still have some depression due to the war, my son is in Iraq. But I am handling this much better.
Posted by blkvettes on April 17, 2003, at 14:52:37
In reply to Re: I gave it my 10 weeks worth!, posted by chacha on April 17, 2003, at 14:39:43
> I have stuck with this since 3/26 and I am having no more side effects. My hubby said I acted like I was spaced out for a week but I feel more centered. This is not a cure all though, because i still have some depression due to the war, my son is in Iraq. But I am handling this much better.
Hi there, having your son over there would be depressing in itself. So you have good reason to have it and anxiety and who knows how many other feelings. I am glad it is calming down over there. But I know it can still be dangerous. You must be proud of him!!!!!!! GOD BLESS YOUR SON!!!
Posted by lil' jimi on April 17, 2003, at 15:28:57
In reply to Re: I gave it my 10 weeks worth!, posted by chacha on April 17, 2003, at 14:39:43
Posted by Luziluna on April 17, 2003, at 16:23:25
In reply to Re: Luziluna and lexapro, posted by blkvettes on April 16, 2003, at 22:05:21
Hi,
thanks for you're encouragement! I began 5 mgs today, after taking 2.5 mgs for 9 days. So, we'll see. So far, I have noticed that I am somewhat tired, but can counteract that by taking a long, brisk walk in the late afternoon ( which is good for me anyway) I tried taking it later in the day, but had some trouble sleeping- strange, since it seems to make me feel tired mostly...
so, I take my dose around noon now.
I hope to actually stay on 5 mgs, as long as I dont have other side effects that crop up. I have noticed a decrease in my appetite, and a slight flushing, but not like the flushing I had on Paxil, so that's OK.
I haven't had a decrease in libido yet, don't know if I will get it on 5 mgs.... I hope not..One good thing I have noticed is a definite decrease in my overall anxiety and obsessive tendencies. It's hard to explain, but my world seems "bigger" to me, like I notice colors more, I feel more "connected" to the world.... which is really, really nice..
I'll continue to give updates and thanks to all who have provided support!!!
> Hi there, take your time moving up on your dose. Do it when you feel comfortable. When you feel comfortable with 2.5 go up to 5mg. Do you take it during the day or night. Try it at night if you are not. A few hours before sleep time. This might help with being tired during the day. Either way this should go away soon. GOOD LUCK
Posted by Suziq4 on April 19, 2003, at 9:25:03
In reply to Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by Dr. Bob on June 11, 2002, at 7:52:48
I have been on lex for about 3 months now and doing good. I feel weird taking an ad every day just to feel normal. The only ones that know I'm even doing this is my mother, best friend and fiance.
I do like to drink occaisonally. Does anyone have suggestions on how to do this? pLease let me know.
Suzi
Posted by blkvettes on April 19, 2003, at 10:50:32
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by Suziq4 on April 19, 2003, at 9:25:03
> I have been on lex for about 3 months now and doing good. I feel weird taking an ad every day just to feel normal. The only ones that know I'm even doing this is my mother, best friend and fiance.
> I do like to drink occaisonally. Does anyone have suggestions on how to do this? pLease let me know.
> Suzi
Hi there, glad you are feeling well. What you have is an illness just like any other. Nothing to be ashamed of. Eveyone I know is aware I am taking meds. Alot of friends and extended family have also confessed that they take them for different things. Millions of people take them and there is no shame in it. That is the problem, no one in our society wants to talk about it. I will tell anyone and everyone my story and wont think twice about it. You never know when telling your story it might help someone that has know idea that they have the same problem. This may help them to seek out help also. As far as drinking be very careful and only do it in small amounts. Research has shown that people who quit their meds in the first 3 years, 2 out of 3 will be depressed all over again. So hold your head up high and be proud of who you are and what your overcoming!!!!!! I hope all continues to go well for you!!!!!!
Posted by Suziq4 on April 19, 2003, at 14:46:25
In reply to Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by Dr. Bob on June 11, 2002, at 7:52:48
Thanks for the advice! I realize I'm not alone and what I have does run in my family. Its just strange to have to take something every day to feel "normal" when you watch tons of other people just be normal.
Posted by blkvettes on April 19, 2003, at 15:36:20
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by Suziq4 on April 19, 2003, at 14:46:25
> Thanks for the advice! I realize I'm not alone and what I have does run in my family. Its just strange to have to take something every day to feel "normal" when you watch tons of other people just be normal.
Hi there, you would be surprised at the number of people you think are normal, who actually at the end of a day are alone, hate there jobs, have no family and cry themselves to sleep. If you are truly getting happy than you are probably not normal. Because most people if honest would say they are not happy. Your getting married and I hope everyday is wonderful in your life. A lot of people will never find that special somebody. Just be thankful that there is a pill that can give you your life back!!!!! Stop thinking about that pill and enjoy your life and if you do you will be one of the few that is truly happy!!!
Posted by Luziluna on April 19, 2003, at 18:44:58
In reply to Re: My experiences with Lexapro and Celexa » Luziluna, posted by lil' jimi on April 16, 2003, at 14:18:34
Thanks Jimi,
I am so glad I found this site, people have been very supportive- it is helpful to hear other peoples' experiences with SSRI's as the Lexapro is really my first real attempt.
I am on my third day of 5 mgs and haven't noticed anything out of the ordinary. Still have interest in sex ( thank goodness), no hair loss (? I really hope that doesn't happen!!) dry skin seems to be calming down. Still slightly flushed, but nothing that a little makeup can't cover, so that's OK. I do feel a bit cloudy at times, but my hubbie has definitely noticed a difference in me, says I am calmer and not half as anxious as I was. I have a little easier time letting go of obsessive thoughts ( although had a bit of a relapse yesterday, but was able to get it under control quicker than usual)
I so hope that the Lexapro will continue to help me, I have suffered with anxiety and obsessive thoughts, depression, for sooooo long. I just want some relief!! Therapy does help though..I will surely continue with that.Thanks for letting me share.... Have a wonderful day all!!
> LuziLuna wrote:
> > Thanks for this post Matt.
> >
> > I just started on Lexapro and have been reading the posts about this drug. I am currently only on 2.5 mgs, and will ease up to 5 mgs some time this week. I don't plan on going above 5 mgs, as even 2.5 has been sedating to me.
> >
> > I too have experienced no sexual side effects on 2.5, and actually have had a slight increase in libido!!
> >
> > One side effect I have noticed is dry skin, and slight flushing, though not as bad as I had with Paxil- I had severe flushing with Paxil!
> >
> > Anyone else had the dry skin thing?
> >
> > Anyway, I hope to stay on Lexapro at a low dose- Anyone else out there had success with lower doses of SSRI's? My doctor wants me to eventually go to 10 mgs, but my thinking is that if I have already felt effects on 2.5, why push it too much? What do you all think?
> >
> > Thanks for letting me share
>
> replying to Matt's post:
>
> > > I've been on Celexa up to 70mg and experienced definite alopecia (happened to me on Zoloft and Prozac). I recently tried Lexapro and now am on both. I titrated up to 10mg Lexapro. I experienced an increase in libido (which is strange for me on SSRIs--the increase, that is), and hardly any sexual side effects. Then I went to 15mg Lexapro. Libido dropped and sexual side effects appeared to a moderate extent. But there was a definite difference in side effects between 10 and 15mg. I found 10mg quite sedating, and 15mg even worse. I added 10mg Celexa and found an improvement in mood and a slight increase in sexual side effects. When I went to 20mg Celexa, there was a large increase in sexual side effects.
> > >
> > > In overall comparison (and this is to be taken with an extra grain of salt, since all these drugs are being taking together)--I had very few sexual side effects at 10mg Lexapro. At 15mg L there was a definite increase--the sexual side effect profile was more like 10mg Celexa. 20mg Celexa showed the most dramatic sexual side effects.
> > >
> > > Strangely, I've gained weight since starting Lexapro (7-8 pounds in 6 weeks). Usually I (and most) lose weight at first when starting an SSRI. I did (do) so with Celexa.
> > >
> > > Right now I'm looking at 5mg Lexapro and 10mg Celexa--we'll see what hapens.
> > >
> > > My p-doc says that in his experience Lexapro tends to be less effective than hyped, and 40mg Celexa almost always gives more improvement than 10mg Lexapro.
> > > Best,
> > > Matt
>
> hi luziluna (love your moniker! "light and moon"?)
>
> i've been on lexapro since march 6 and i was at 5mg until one week ago and now i'm taking 10mg.
>
> i'm impressed that matt's taking celexa and lexapro at the same time ... good luck to matt, especially with trying to find your best combo ... lex is the only AD i've ever taken, for which i remain grateful ... although my gp was considering switching me to effexor (Comments welcome!)
>
> i have not noticed any more than normal hair loss, though ...and i have not experinced any noticeable skin dryness, However, my scalp has been unusually itchy lately, hmmmmm ... and the only sexual SEs i've experienced are temporary (about a week) anorgasmia, when i first started lex and when my doseage increased ... followed by a more than full recovery, i'd say, to be gentile about it.
>
> i am impressed also with your libido increases ... i have inquired more than once for reports of beneficial sexual SEs from lexapro.
>
> i have experienced zero weight gain ... my doc had me weighed when i started and she weighed again last week: .. no change... however my experience of my appetite and taste and food and drink in general, all seems to be much more acute tha before i took lexapro.
>
> i think your plan to try for the lowest effective dose Only makes prudent sense ... good luck to you there, too.
>
> i thank you for sharing ... good luck to you... and to matt also ... i always appreciate our posters because i benefit from their sharing their experiences ... best to you all.
>
> TAKE CARE!!!!! (w/ a tip of the hat to blkvettes!)
> ~ ... jim
Posted by Donia on April 20, 2003, at 13:22:09
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by Suziq4 on April 19, 2003, at 9:25:03
Hello, I have taken zoloft and now lexapro and drinking doesnt seem to affect me differently while I am on these meds. I think if anything it will make you drowsier. I dont drink alot but have a few times with no abnormal reactions to it. These meds dont seem to mess with me much, just make me normal. I would talk to the doc just to make sure though if you drink quite often.
Posted by joeydep on April 20, 2003, at 14:51:08
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by Donia on April 20, 2003, at 13:22:09
I've been taking Lexapro for about 6 months now, and decided 8 days ago to discontinue it. My doc was out of town and I ran out of the prescription, so I decided unilaterally to just go off it 'cold turkey'.
I'm now at day 8, and I must advise anyone considering discontinuing this drug that you should definitely speak with your doctor first about tapering the dose. I've experienced VERY unpleasant vivid, disturbing dreams, electric-shock-like sensations in my head, and a feeling that I'm about to have a stroke or a seizure several times a day. Xanax seems to diminish these symptoms, but not eliminate them completely.
I'm also trying to stop using xanax entirely, even though I've only been taking on average 2 .25mg tablets per day.
What I don't like about the Lexapro (20mg/day - increased from 10mg after about 3 months), is that it seems to virtually eliminate my sex drive AND make me extremely fatigued and mentally unfocused. It's almost as though I am sleepwalking through life - if you can imagine that.
Has anyone else experienced these effects? What has worked better for you? I would like to transition to something else.
Thanks for reading!
Posted by pumpkin on April 20, 2003, at 20:16:19
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl » Donia, posted by joeydep on April 20, 2003, at 14:51:08
I wouldn't advise anyone to go off "cold turkey"
from any med! Your body and brain doesn't like
going through this, and you have to be careful!I was on an anti-depressant, and Klonopin for
ten years, and was "taken off" by... a doctor!
I was out of it for about 2 weeks. I can't tell
you what I went through! That seemed to add to
my downfall! It's been over 2 years (with another
doctor), and I haven't been able to get back
since!I have been on what seems like everything. Now,
10 mgs. of Lex, and .25 of Klonopin. Still don't
feel "right".What ever is happening is normal under the
circumstances, but I would definately get in touch
with your doctor as soon as you can! You are
probably almost through the worst, but you might
be starting to have "symptoms" too- instead of
just side effects.What is your diagnosis anyway? This could also
make a big difference.
Posted by lil' jimi on April 20, 2003, at 21:05:55
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl » Donia, posted by joeydep on April 20, 2003, at 14:51:08
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