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Looking for anxiety med that not contribute to dementia or bone loss

Posted by Liane @Liane1, Nov 7, 2019

I am 67 years old. I have Osteoporosis, and, mild but frightening episodes of brain fog. For years, I have been happily controlling my anxiety/depression with only a small dose of Lexapro (along with self help practices). Since I learned that Lexapro and other SSRI's can contribute to my 2 main health issues, I have tried to a few times to stop taking it, but always start again because I hate feeling sad and anxious. Having watched osteoporosis destroy my mother's health, and Alzheimers destroy my father's health, I don't want to risk taking these drugs any longer. But it seems that every medication has these or other side effects. What to do?

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doorman | @doorman | Nov 7, 2019

I’m not aware that Lexapro has an effect on memory. Benzos, yes, but not Lexapro.

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olivia22819 | @olivia22819 | Nov 7, 2019

oh my goodness! sorry to hear that you are dealing w/ those issues. I have been dealing w/ anxiety since i was a child and its hard to deal with it. I have tried celexa and prozac and neither made me feel better to satisfaction. Now the celexa i felt better after a couple of weeks, however I suffer from migraines as well and i felt that the celexa may have been contributing to those so I weaned myself off. Meanwhile still dealing w/ the anxiety. I just recently tried the CBD spray unknown if it works yet because i just started today. I also have a treadmill at home and getting on about 30 mins a day at least 4 times a week seems to help with my mood, which lessens some of the anxiety. I hope you feel better eventually soon.

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Liane | @Liane1 | Aug 3, 2020

I stopped taking Lexapro, which controlled my anxiety, because I am a senior with osteoporosis and a family history of Alzheimers. I am looking for an anxiety medication that is not associated with bone loss or dementia.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Aug 3, 2020
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@Liane1

I stopped taking Lexapro, which controlled my anxiety, because I am a senior with osteoporosis and a family history of Alzheimers. I am looking for an anxiety medication that is not associated with bone loss or dementia.

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Hello @Liane1, you will notice that we moved your post to the discussion where you originally posted your question so that members can see your question and share their experiences and suggestions. I found the following article that may provide some helpful information:

Medications That Can Be Bad for Your Bones - American Bone Health: https://americanbonehealth.org/bone-health/medications-that-can-be-bad-for-your-bones-2/

Have you talked to your doctor about stopping the Lexapro and if there are better alternatives for you?

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