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Has anyone had success on Lexapro 5mg?
I'm thinking of starting Lexapro, but would ideally like to only be on 5mg. I know this is an incredibly low dose, but I'm curious if anyone found significant relief or success with just the 5mg dose. I am not opposed to 10 mg, but would love to hear any and all success stories on the 5mg.
How long does a Lexapro 5mg take to leave system after one use?
I took only one lexapro 5mg and stopped taking it due to adverse effect should I worry about withdrawal symptoms? Its been about 28hrs since I took it.
Can I stop taking Lexapro? I’m on my third day of Lexapro 10 mg....
... and I felt very nauseous the whole time. The first two nights I took it at night but the nausea won’t let me sleep. Today I took it around 2 pm and I was nauseous all day. Is it safe to stop taking it? I guess this pill is not for everyone? Help.
Does Lexapro make anxiety worse in the first few weeks?
Is it normal for Lexapro to make you more anxious the 2nd week? I’m currently taking it and my anxiety has gotten worse.
Discontinued brand. Did anyone find a difference between Lexapro brands?
I've been taking generic Lexapro from the company Teva and it has worked well for me. Recently it seems like it may be discontinued. Did anyone find a difference between Lexapro brands? Are certain ones better than others?
4 weeks on Lexapro, no change. Advice?
I have now been on 10 mg of Lexapro for 4 weeks and I’m still having some really hard days where I just cry all day, my head feels heavy and foggy, I’m anxious about everything and it’s hard for me to function. I have some good days as well where I feel great, but then the rough... read more
Did Lexapro cause weight gain?
Lexapro has worked for me but the only problem I had was weight gain. I gain 85 pounds but since I have been of Lexapro I have lost 30 pounds. My anxiety has been bad and I’m really considering going back on it. I’m way more active then when I was on it. Does anybody have tips for... read more
Weight loss after lexapro withdrawal?
Does anyone have any experience with this? Does it happen? How long did it take after withdrawal?
What is the risk of suddenly stopping alcohol use while on Wellbutrin(bupropion)?
Depressed since childhood I had tried almost every antidepressant out there with no results. Seven yrs ago started Lexapro & was depression-free for the first time in my life. But about two yrs ago it stopped working & I have tried Pristique & Cymbalta with no luck. I have been on... read more
Has anyone been able to LOSE weight on SSRI antidepressants?
All I have heard is its impossible to lose weight even w/ exercise and diet. I am currently on Lexapro and have been gaining weight since I started. If I can't lose the weight than I believe I will consider another medication. So if anyone out there has been able to lose weight on these meds,... read more
Has anyone experienced carb craving and weight gain on lexapro?
since being put on this med about two months ago, I have gained ten pounds and find myself craving carbs. I am normally on a high protien, lo carb food plan, and find this craving and weight gain frustrating. I exercise regularly and can't lose the pounds. the only thing I can attribute it to... read more
Lexapro, the pros and cons?
I was just prescribed Lexapro for my depression/anxiety. I have been researching it for the last two days, and nothing I have read sounds like something I want to deal with. I want the real scoop on what this drug has done to help/hurt you.
What if I accidentily took a double dose of lexapro?
regular is 10 ml, took 2.
Lexapro day 11, still feel like I have a nervous stomach and not eating well, any advice?
i attempted work made it for 4 hours. im still anxious over the past experiences of this month.i want to get back to my normal routine. worried about my appetite cant eat alot and real nervous stomach,is this normal? i know i have improved but am not patient at all, doin alot of prayin.any advice... read more
Lexapro - What happens if you take it too much?
One time i took three a day and the doctor told me to just take once a day. thats the only time i took it that much
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