Lexapro Questions (Page 7)

What are the effects of taking Tramadol and Lexapro together?

Tramadol-pain Lexapro-mood,anxiety,depression these were taken together any major side effects from the combo?

Is 60mg of Lexapro a dangerous dosage?

I've been on 20mg of Lexapro 1x a day for years but today I was very tired and had a ton to do so I? took 60mg. I'm not feeling right, kinda nauseous, heart-racing, uncoordinated. Is 60mg a dangerous dosage? Should I be worried about serotonin syndrome?

How long until Effexor fully works?

I've been on generic Effexor, 35.7mg (for 4 weeks now and I still don't feel relaxed. Here is some of my background: I was originally placed on Lexapro in Nov. 2006 after a bad bought of anxiety attacks which led to IBS symptoms and GERD. In Aug 2010 I decided to ween off the Lexapro after gaining... read more

I forgot to take my lexapro?

can I take it now, and it will be ok? Von-1

Hello, I just started Wellbutrin about 3 weeks ago while weening off of lexapro. The reason for the?

... change is undesireable side effects from the lexapro. Anyways, I've been on the Wellbutrin by itself for about 1 week now and boy do I feel out of it. Not only do I feel drugged but, My anxiety has been bad, I can't focus, feel like I'm in a fog, I'm shaky inside which is really strange to me.... read more

When is the best time of the day to take lexapro?

Mood, motivation and energy?

Was taking Lexapro and it made me tired and listless. Started Pristiq and I have been on it for 10 weeks. Felt good, better mood , more energy and just better over all. Noticed a slight weight gain. Now, I feel lethargic again and listless and not very motivated. Has anyone taken a anti-depressant... read more

I'm starting generic Lexapro for anxiety soon. Any tips advice etc?

I'm just wondering if anyone have any tips, advice, warnings, comments etc. things like when is the best time of day to take it. Should I start with 5mg then go to 10mg. I'm taking it for anxiety. I've had a few panic attacks. I get pretty anxious now. Especially in public. I'm also taking... read more

Moving from Lexapro to Cymbalta for anxiety (GAD) and depression?

I've been taking Lexapro for the last 11 months. I have had my ups and downs but it never really solved the problema. Psi Doctor now recomended to switch to Cymbalta. Any experience on this? Many, many thanks in advance

What about short term memory loss with Escitalopram??

I have been taking Lexapro for 2 years and have had pretty bad neck and shoulder pain most of the time, and my sleep apnea has gotten worse (I have a physical in December and will address this issue with my Doctor) in the last 4 to 6 months I am having big problems with short term memory loss such... read more

What time of day do you take your Lexapro?

I will be starting it for anxiety and secondary insomnia. I don't want to take at bedtime and have it keep me up... but I hear that it can make most people drowsy. I'm hoping to poll actual users. I was thinking... maybe start in the morning until through start up period, then move to bed based on... read more

How can I stop food cravings with Lexapro?

I've been on Lexapro 10mg for five days and I just want to eat all the time. Even when I'm full, I crave food, especially unhealthy food. I'm conscious of my weight and I know that weight gain can be a side effect of taking Lexapro - I REALLY need for this not to happen. Is there a way to curb... read more

How long for Effexor XR to start working (read)? Do I need to increase dose or is it the wrong med?

Just some background: I was diagnosed with General Anxiety Disorder (mainly social anxiety, moderate ocd) my freshman year in college and was put on Lexapro 20mg for about a year. It worked somewhat well but made me very lethargic and I always wondered if a different medication would be better. So... read more

Feeling horrible (numb) on Lexapro?

Hello everybody. I've recently began my first semester of college and was doing great for a while. Going into college I was an extremely motivated, 4.0 / 33 ACT student who loved to learn. However, my college is a couple of hours from home and my relationship with my girlfriend has now gone... read more

Taking Lexapro for the first time, how long before I feel any effects?

This is my first time being diagnosed and treated for depression and anxiety. It slammed into my life two-months ago. I have tremendous stress (like most), and the cumulative effect finally took a toll on both my physical and mental health. I have hypertension, I'm prediabetic, and now depressed... read more