Posted by atlrunner2002 on December 4, 2002, at 18:04:24
In reply to Lexapro- atlrunner, posted by Peter S. on December 4, 2002, at 12:31:24
> Hi atlrlunner,
>
> what other meds have you tried besides Lexapro? How have they worked? It sounds like this is the best. I've gone through many meds and have experienced poop-out. If it sounds good I would definitiely be willing to try it.
>
> Thanks!
>
> PeterHi Peter,
I have never been on anything until I started on Lexapro. My doctor put me on the lowest dose of Xanax as needed along with it to help with the anxiety until the Lexapro "kicked in."
Unfortunately I have not found as much relief from the anxiety as I have for the depression, so yesterday she added Buspar 2x/day yesterday to see if that will help. Since the Lex has been such a miracle for my depression, and I've worked through all the sides, neither of us want me to switch to another SSRI. Like I said, I did have some minor side effects initially, but stuck with it, and all are gone now. I feel like a new person - or, actually, like "Me" again! My friends, family and co-workers have all noticed and commented positively. The key was also finding the right dose; 10 mg was not enough and 20 mg too much.
Good luck to you! Let me know if you have any more questions.
S.
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