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Lexapro withdrawal

Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Feb 17 7:16am | Replies (209)

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Hi mammabird74, How's it going your withdrawal from Lexapro? I'm curious because I went off of the generic form of lexapro, after being on it for 8 years. It's been 6 weeks since I took my last pill, after weaning very slowly. I had a few symptoms right after, felt better then rebounded with awful; anxiety at around 4 weeks. Do you have any tips or insight? My Doctor says to go back on but not sure that I want to. This anxiety is wearing me down. Thank you

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I’ve been having insomnia lately. Just came back from the beach & my vacation stressed me out... for no reason other than this withdrawal process! I’ve been on edge and get irritated easily. I don’t like to be around new people or social situations right now. I got some CBD oil for sleep which helps some but I still have a hard time going to sleep & staying asleep. The CBD oil does help with anxiety but less of a dose is better than more if you decide to try it. Too much CBD gave me anxiety.Having hot flashes! I’ve taken Xanax 2 times to help me sleep but I don’t want to go down that road! I have an appointment with an acupuncturist on Monday for the insomnia. What helps me tremendously is running 3.5 miles a day outside up & down hills with no stopping!!! I listen to Christian music, mainly third day, and will praise Him with open arms while running, don’t care what the neighbors think! I’m crazy anyway right?!?!? It feels so good during & after! I’ve cheated on my diet and feel it when I do! The no gluten, diary and sugar does help. Thinking about getting off coffee. But really it haven’t been that bad! The insomnia has been the worst thing! I’m going forward and not backwards how about you! Hope you feel better soon! Don’t give up!!! Stick it to big pharma!