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Posted 9/2/2019 1:46 PM (GMT -5)
I’m starting up lexapro again. It’s been over a year since I’ve been off and I’m wondering if anyone else has started up the same med after being off it and had the same results as the first time?

I’m randomly crying daily and feeling anxious throughout my entire day. Tingling body, sleepy but can’t sleep, no appetite. I feel like I have no other choice at this point.. ☹️
Posted 9/2/2019 5:46 PM (GMT -5)
I am probably not much help as I am trying it for the first time. I take Pristiq but just added Lexapro to the mix. I have been taking it for about two weeks. Surprisingly I started feeling better almost immediately. Wondering if that is for real or just because I wanted to feel better so badly. Maybe it just works quickly. If that is the case, I hope it is that way for you too. I hope you feel better soon. I was told Lexapro is calming. It seems to be. Maybe it will be for you too.

Let us know how it goes.

I took Effexor and stopped because I didn't think I needed it. I went on serzone and Remeron for a bit. Then went back to Effexor and it worked like it did the first time. Because when I went off of it, I was a total mess. So it was working and I was feeling good not realizing it was the medication. Long story actually.

Take care,

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 9/2/2019 8:13 PM (GMT -5)
It worked well for me the first time but I was on the max dose. Hoping this time around a lower one will do the same. But obviously am not opposed to being whatever dose I need to feel better.

I hope it is working for you that quickly! I actually came off because a doctor suggested it and was doing well up until now.
Posted 9/4/2019 12:31 AM (GMT -5)
JFR,

I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing a challenging time currently. I know how frustrating/disappointing/exhausting this feels.

I think it is worth a try to reinstate. There is a fairly good chance that it could perform well for you again, so it is a good place to start.

However, knowing going in that sometimes going back on the same Rx isn't successful, will help you in being flexible with a plan B.

In other words, be hopeful, but open to whatever option(s) you need to explore.

I hope that you get the right regimen going again soon, so you can start to feel better. We are cheering you on. Keep us updated so that we can keep you in support!

S.C.
Posted 9/4/2019 5:15 AM (GMT -5)
Hi

Sorry to hear you are having a tough time at the moment.

I have been on and off the same medications in the past and sometimes they work just as well other times they don’t. I’m currently taking Prozac for the second time and it has worked better than the first time I was on it.

I hope the Lexapro works well for you keep us posted.

Hibee
Posted 9/4/2019 9:58 AM (GMT -5)
So far so good JRF007...

It has been about two weeks, maybe a little over and still feeling better. Have you started it yet? Make sure to keep us posted. I truly hope it helps...

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 9/4/2019 10:02 AM (GMT -5)
Hi gettingby - I'm so glad you're still feeling better. That's great news!

I am on day 4 of only 5mg... do you think I should complete a full week before going up to 10mg?
Posted 9/4/2019 10:09 AM (GMT -5)
I would. I seriously hope I don't have to go above 5mg because I don't usually do good on high doses of SSRI's. But yea, I would give it a week before I go to 10mg. I hope you see some results at 5mg. Do you feel any better? Mine might of been quick because I was already on the 100mg of Pristiq.

Have a great day!!!

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 9/4/2019 2:16 PM (GMT -5)
Not yet. Just a little headache-y, from the startup, I presume. I am hoping a lower dose works for me this time around.

I'm so glad it's helping you already. I bet pairing it with the Pristiq did help that a bit.

I'm thinking about contacting the therapist I used to see as well.
Posted 9/5/2019 7:37 AM (GMT -5)
Therapy helps so much especially if you find a good one. I hope you contact the therapist you use to see.

Maybe talk to your doc about the increase and see what they say.

Hang in there, have a good day!

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 9/9/2019 9:39 PM (GMT -5)
I m on 10 mg now ,2yrs ago was on 20.Too many anti depressants are not good because of serotonin syndrome.
Posted 9/11/2019 9:17 AM (GMT -5)
Cilly, are you working your way back up to 20mg?
Posted 9/12/2019 9:07 PM (GMT -5)
I’ve taken Lexapro about 5 times and thankfully it’s always worked great for me!
Posted 12/4/2019 8:17 PM (GMT -5)
I stopped Lexipro in October, 2018. Since then I have slowly been sensitive, teary eyes and losing motivation to do things. Just started again 2 weeks ago. I passed out two days after starting Lexipro due to dehydration. Had to be hospitalized and stitches. That incident threw me into a full blown depression. Thoughts of hopelessness, comparing myself to everyone else, thinking I am a loser, no good job, no man, no kids. I am usually very optimistic and positive. It has been two weeks since starting. Can't sleep - thinking ALL night. Anyone else with these symptoms? Just don't want to feel all alone. My family is trying to understand what I'm going through but they don't. No appetite and simple tasks seem daunting. Any positive reinforcement would help. Thank you all!
Posted 12/5/2019 10:31 PM (GMT -5)
I’m so sorry you’re struggling right now. I have been and am in a bad place right now and it’s hard. The startups are hard.. did you start low and are working yourself up to your dosage? That seemed to help some with side effects for me. You’re also still early on and it can take up to 6-8 weeks for it to kick in. Hang in there. Keep an open dialogue with your doctor. If it doesn’t start working for you then they can try something different.

Let us know how you’re doing. I like knowing I’m not alone, too.
Posted 12/6/2019 7:12 PM (GMT -5)
Hi CLGG,

Welcome to the anxiety and panic support forum. I am sorry for what you are going through, I know it is difficult to get back on track after being so depressed and anxious. It just takes time for Lexapro to reach it's full potential. Though when I took it, it started working rather quickly.

Do you do any mindfulness or meditation? Meditation helps me fall asleep when I find myself thinking too much at bedtime. Mindfulness helps with the anxiety. And with depression.

When do you see your doctor again? Do they know what you are going through after passing out? You might need a medication adjustment.

I hope you get to feeling better soon. Keep posting as it helps. You may even want to start a thread of your own for introduction. It is totally up to you.

Hang in there, we are all here for you.

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 12/6/2019 8:05 PM (GMT -5)
Thank you so much for your response. I was taking Lexapro for 10 years at 10 mg and that is what they started me at now. It was working great for all those years but I don’t remember how long it took to kick in. I think last night was my best night of sleep where I wasn’t having all the crazy negative thoughts in my head. It’s been about two weeks now and I still have many bouts of hating my life and feeling like it’s over at my age. I really hope there’s others out there going through what I’m going through. Although I don’t want others to have to experience this I think we all need company. Can anyone share if they have had similar experiences/thoughts? Thanks All
Posted 12/8/2019 12:06 AM (GMT -5)
I’m kinda at where you are right now. I was off then went back on I think in September. I’m on 10mg but things have been rough in other aspects of my life and I’ve been super anxious and depressed lately. Same with just being teary eyed and down and out. I know mine is somewhat situational right now and that’s the only thing stopping me from going up to 20mg.

I’m back in therapy as well and so far seems to help as well.

My last depressive episode almost took me out so I’m much more proactive about trying to help myself this time around.
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