Lexapro Questions (Page 25)

Have any women had any problems with heavy menstrual bleeding while on lexapro?

I have noticed that about an hour after I take Lexapro my menstrual bleeding becomes quite heavy and the cramping becomes more intense.

How long did it take Risperdal to work?

My son currently takes Daytrana and Lexapro, but his doctor is weaning him off the Lexapro. He has ADHD and Asperger's too and has been VERY irritable and angry seeming. I am just not sure what to expect with the Risperdal.

Lexapro - I take this at night but it gives me the shakes in the morning. Is this normal?

I have been taking 20mg of lexapro for 5 days now.i'v been taking it at night because it can cause drowsiness and with my job i drive alot but when i wake in the morning i feel like i have the shakes is this normal ?

Lexapro - I am exercising & watching food intake but can't lose weight, could Lexapro b responsible

I still seem to be gaining weight. I run 5and a half miles per day. Does anyone think this is due to the lexapro? Should I change medications? I also have anxiety. Thanks.

Has anyone had experience with taking lexapro after having bariatric surgery?

I was recently placed back on it four weeks after bariatric surgery some of the other patient have said that it helps with emotional eating has anyone else had any experience with anti depressants after gastric bypass surgery?

How do I sanitize Lexapro I dropped on a dirty floor?

I dropped nearly all of my Lexapro on the floor in my dorm room kitchen which is simply filthy. I picked up all the pills and put them back into the bottle but I'm sort of worried about taking them after they were on such a filthy floor. Is there any way I can sanitize them to ease my concern?

Can you experience "brain zaps", dizziness, tingling sensation withdrawl symptoms while on Lexapro?

I generally take Lexapro (20mg) around 5pm everyday. Lately i have been experiencing from what other people describe as brain zaps, tingling sensations, and dizziness. Honestly I have not bee too good lately with taking my medication at the same time everyday. Was wondering if my body can develop a... read more

What will lexapro come up as when drug tested with a 5 panel rapid?

Use of amitriptyline 25 mg together with Lexapro 10 mg what are the effects?

20 mg of Lexapro vs. 10 mg ...Any major differences ?

Been taking Lexapro for years. Works good. Just had some health issues and I felt like I needed a boost. Looking for more energy, less fatigue and a willingness to do more. My doc gave me 150 mg of Wellbutrin. Did nothing. Looking for energy. I was wondering if increasing the Lexapro from 10 mg to... read more

Only taken Lexapro for 2 weeks and stopped. How long will it take to leave my system?

I hate the feeling it's giving me with bloated stomach, bad taste and overall bad feeling. Any suggestions? I've been reading such bad side effects that it's freaking me out.

Lexapro - I missed a dose for 2 days. How long until I feel good again after taking my dose?

I missed 2 doses. I took it today but feel really weird. How long until it kicks in again?

Can lexapro make you feel numb?

ive been taking lexapro for about 5 years now i take 20mg an my family an friends say i seem numb like im unable to care or love i can easily sleep my days away i can be happy one day an not wanna be touched or bothered the next or i can be happy one min then mad or upset the next for no reason can... read more

Can increasing Lexapro dosage from 10 to 20mg cause increased anxiety?

After six weeks on 10mg with no improvement in depression and anxiety, my doctor increased my dosage to 20 mg. I began to feel an increase in anxiety within a day. Today marks my third week on 20mg and I am still experiencing pretty bad anxiety. Can increasing the dosage of Lexapro cause this... read more

First night on lexapro 10mg. Is it supposed to hit me like a ton of bricks already?

My Dr and my psychiatrist just prescribed me lexapro as the sessions alone weren't helping. Exactly 2hrs after taking my 10mg dose I suddenly felt a blurry dizzy rush come on and now I'd give any thing to be able to sleep. I go to work in just a few hrs and am not looking forward to being the same... read more