I remain interested in anyone experiencing long term effects upon quitting. I was never on more than 10 mg: the first time for three years, off for one year, then back for another 12 months. Both episodes of use were for anxiety and revolved around terminal illness/caring for/death of a loved one. Both times I tapered off very slowly, even much slower than the doctors recommended schedule. Since that time, I am managing emotionally but continuously feeling floaty/foggy/dizzy/disoriented. I have only recently begin to consider that what I am experiencing may be post Lexapro withdrawal. Although I have complained about this to my primary physician as well as my rheumatologist in my ophthalmologist. None of them have connected Lexapro to my symptoms. Help?
I should add that I have now been off for 12 months.
Also, my initial adjustment each time was very difficult. No physical symptoms other than extreme lethargy. Once I got to the therapeutic level, it was a great relief for the anxiety I was experiencing.
I'm taking a combination of Wellbutrin and Lexapro. I've never felt better! I ask myself, "Do normal people wake up like this every day?" I have finally stopped feeling hatred towards everyone, being angry about everything. I never realized how exhausting it was. I used to react negatively toward every situation, mad at the smallest things. Now I just let things roll off my shoulders and often don't even react. My husband and I joke and say, "Life with Lexy!" when I just laugh at something that used to set me off.
I am on 30 mg of Paxil and I feel like it is loosing its affect. My Dr has suggested switching to Lexapro. If you or anyone is now on Lexapro please let me know if it has helped with depression and anxiety. I am 78 yrs old.
Mary Jean
I am on 30 mg of Paxil and I feel like it is loosing its affect. My Dr has suggested switching to Lexapro. If you or anyone is now on Lexapro please let me know if it has helped with depression and anxiety. I am 78 yrs old.
Mary Jean
I have been on Lexapro since 2023 when I started using an aromatase inhibitor for breast cancer. It has worked well for me and I have had very few side effects that I am aware of. Lexapro does not exactly fill me with joy; it just evens out the ups and downs of my emotions. All in all, I have been quite pleased with it. By the way, I am now 76.
I have been on Lexapro since 2023 when I started using an aromatase inhibitor for breast cancer. It has worked well for me and I have had very few side effects that I am aware of. Lexapro does not exactly fill me with joy; it just evens out the ups and downs of my emotions. All in all, I have been quite pleased with it. By the way, I am now 76.
I have been on Lexapro since 2023 when I started using an aromatase inhibitor for breast cancer. It has worked well for me and I have had very few side effects that I am aware of. Lexapro does not exactly fill me with joy; it just evens out the ups and downs of my emotions. All in all, I have been quite pleased with it. By the way, I am now 76.
Thank you for your comment...I exactly feel the same!
"Lexapro does not exactly fill me with joy; it just evens out the ups and downs of my emotions. "
I couldn't describe it better! I stopped Prozac when it stopped working. I've been on 20 mg. of Lexipro for 2 months. Perhaps this is as good as it gets!
All the best to you in your journey.
Thank you for reaching out , no this is not easy at all , my dr put me back on them and we will decide from there. I have to much anxiety now to try to come off in my opinion. I lost my 35 year old son almost a year ago to a drunk driver hitting and killing him while he was working in road construction , so I have a lot of anxiety and depression from that. She thought maybe getting off lexapro and trying something else would help but nope ! I am a mess. Getting better today at least
My son at age 19 yrs was forced off the road by drunk driving girls. He is paralyzed. He was sober. Since then I have never been the same. That was in 1989. I’ve been on a rollercoaster with many other things happening in my life. Depression and anxiety are definitely with me. I’m now in Paroxatine ( Paxil) and it’s too much for me at 78. I have always consulted with a psychiatrist but the one I currently have does not hear me. I will not give up . There is help out there. My body still needs help with my depression. I also experience horrible post partum depression. I believe it is genetic for me as many members of my family suffer from depression and other mental issues.
GOODLUCK do not give up.
MJD
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I should add that I have now been off for 12 months.
Also, my initial adjustment each time was very difficult. No physical symptoms other than extreme lethargy. Once I got to the therapeutic level, it was a great relief for the anxiety I was experiencing.
I'm taking a combination of Wellbutrin and Lexapro. I've never felt better! I ask myself, "Do normal people wake up like this every day?" I have finally stopped feeling hatred towards everyone, being angry about everything. I never realized how exhausting it was. I used to react negatively toward every situation, mad at the smallest things. Now I just let things roll off my shoulders and often don't even react. My husband and I joke and say, "Life with Lexy!" when I just laugh at something that used to set me off.
For me, this combination has saved my life.
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3 ReactionsI am on 30 mg of Paxil and I feel like it is loosing its affect. My Dr has suggested switching to Lexapro. If you or anyone is now on Lexapro please let me know if it has helped with depression and anxiety. I am 78 yrs old.
Mary Jean
Yes it has helped me with anxiety and depression. You can also pair it with another anti-depressant based on your Dr’s suggestion
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1 ReactionI have been on Lexapro since 2023 when I started using an aromatase inhibitor for breast cancer. It has worked well for me and I have had very few side effects that I am aware of. Lexapro does not exactly fill me with joy; it just evens out the ups and downs of my emotions. All in all, I have been quite pleased with it. By the way, I am now 76.
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2 ReactionsThank you for your positive comments.
Good luck with your breast cancer.
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Thank you for your comment...I exactly feel the same!
"Lexapro does not exactly fill me with joy; it just evens out the ups and downs of my emotions. "
I couldn't describe it better! I stopped Prozac when it stopped working. I've been on 20 mg. of Lexipro for 2 months. Perhaps this is as good as it gets!
All the best to you in your journey.
My son at age 19 yrs was forced off the road by drunk driving girls. He is paralyzed. He was sober. Since then I have never been the same. That was in 1989. I’ve been on a rollercoaster with many other things happening in my life. Depression and anxiety are definitely with me. I’m now in Paroxatine ( Paxil) and it’s too much for me at 78. I have always consulted with a psychiatrist but the one I currently have does not hear me. I will not give up . There is help out there. My body still needs help with my depression. I also experience horrible post partum depression. I believe it is genetic for me as many members of my family suffer from depression and other mental issues.
GOODLUCK do not give up.
MJD