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Anyone experience anger with Lexapro?
I recently switched from Luvox 100mg to Lexapro 20mg and have noticed that I get angry at some of the smallest things. I've been on this for 2 weeks now and not sure if it's a side effect or just that my does is too high? Anyone have the same experience?
Is Lexapro safe to use during pregnancy?
I am 14 weeks pregnant and chose to go off of Lexapro when I found out I was pregnant. I am horribly depressed but have chosen to stay off of the Lexapro due to the possible affects on the fetus. However, I suffered post partum depression so severely with my first child and I have suffered... read more
Cymbalta Withdrawal Symptoms Suck?
Anyone have advice dealing with withdrawal symptoms while switching from Cymbalta to Lexapro? This does not feel good. I'm dizzy, like my head is under pressure and kind of throbs when I turn my head or move my eyes too fast. I'm feeling very moody, going from happy, to crying, to pissed... read more
Has anyone experienced heart palpitations after taking Lexapro? I developed palpitations soon after?
... taking it and had to stop because they got so bad. Unfortunately, they are still occurring even though I have been off the drug for almost 3 months. Has anyone else had this experience? I am sure the palpitations are not anxiety related.
Quit Lexapro cold turkey - withdrawal help?
Ive been on Lexapro 10mgs for about 10 weeks. I am sick of feeling 'out of it' and the weight gain has been depressing. So, Im completely done with this drug and will not take it any longer! Im hoping to power through these withdrawals. I am on day 4 and just today am I feeling them a... read more
I started taking Lexapro and I’m having burning sensations. Is this normal?
Hi, I was put on 10 mg of Lexapro and 5 mg of Buspar Thursday. Made me feel off so I took 5 mg of Lexapro and 2.5 of Buspar Friday and Saturday... It was/is causing burning sensations throughout my body. Legs cramp. I feel lightheaded and very anxious. Chest feels heavy at times. Has anyone... read more
Lexapro vs Zoloft Hi all, Anyone switched from Lexapro to Zoloft successfully ?. I am 3 weeks?
... into Lexapro and it's just not working for me. I just gotta clear this cloud of darkness and my doc mentioned he might switch me to Zoloft if no improvement in the Lexapro. I appreciate anyone's experience in this regard, and/or comparison experiences. Having to go thru another 3... read more
Increasing Lexapro Dosage from 5mg to 10mg?
Hi! Two weeks ago I started taking Lexapro 5mg. It was primarily for anxiety but it was also for depression. I didn't really notice any negative side effects but I felt happier and considerably less anxious. My dosage was increased and I took 10mg for the first time this morning. Since taking... read more
Has anyone ever had vivid nightmares on Lexapro?
I started taking Lexapro about a week ago, half a pill only, and upped it to a full pill last night for the first time . Last night, I had a pretty vivid nightmare about someone breaking into my house and pointing a gun at me. I'm pretty freaked out and don't know if it was the pill or... read more
Difference between lexapro and citalopram?
I was on Lexapro for years - 20mg 1xprday. Due to the increase in cost I went back to Paxil. I'm not sure if they are really in the same family and have noticed a difference in my overall demeanor and have gained a "healthy" 7 pounds. What is the difference and is Citalopram (generic... read more
Lexapro withdrawal - dull headache, can't focus, anxiety attacks etc...
hello, I have been trying to ween myself off of lexapro after being on it for 2 years due to anxiety related problems. I started by cutting them in half and then evenually in 4ths and now im not taking any lexapro at all. But i am having severe withdrawal symptoms. I have a dull headache all day,... read more
I'm coming off 5mg of Lexapro. What types of side effects should I expect?
I have been on 5mg of Lexapro daily since October (almost 4 months) and after doing talk therapy and attacking my anxiety head on and with other means (aside from the medication) my doctor said I am ready to come off. She said I shouldn't feel much since I was on it for a short period of time... read more
Does insomnia last long on lexapro?
Hello, I currently taking Lexapro 10 mg and todayarks a week. I can see a slight improvement with my depression and anxiety. When i first started the medication it made me more depressed and anxious, but everyone said to keep taking it and stick it out. Today i see this has lofted however i am... read more
Has anyone had constant nasal congestion on Lexapro?
Hello, I have been on Lexapro twice in my life and am so frustrated with the nasal congestion! Both times shortly after beginning the medication it starts out like a cold where I have a lot of mucous and am blowing my nose often, can't smell, taste, etc. Then it's like my nose dries up... read more
Does Lexapro Decrease Sex Drive?
I am a 22 year old Male and I consider myself to have a pretty healthy sex life however I do have anxiety problems to which my doctor prescribed Lexapro. I am just worried that I am going to lose my sex drive and or have some sort long term effect in that area. What are the percentages of males... read more
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