Posted by mills on January 28, 2003, at 9:41:40
In reply to help changing son from Paxil to Lexapro, posted by lcg4 on January 28, 2003, at 8:25:06
I feel for you and your son, and I would question the need for a change. I would have the same concerns about the switch as you. I was on Paxil for anxiety and deeply imbedded compulsive introspection that I could not control, and resulting depression, also social anxiety, etc. Paxil saved my life, literally. I switched to Lexapro, because of the sexual side effects of Paxil, to see if Lex would be better. It's not, at least not much. I am much older than your son (48), but the thing I would wonder is whether I ought to increase my Paxil dosage or switch to Paxil CR. I think Paxil is a great medication, and I had trouble with my concentration and memory as well. I wish you well and much compassion.
> My 13 year old son has been on Paxil 10mg since August, 2002 for severe anxiety and panic disorder. His concentration and memory seems to be suffering because of it. The doctor is suggesting changing him to Lexapro. I'm worried that he will have a problem with the new medication until he gets used to it and we can't afford to let him miss anymore school right now. Does the change in medication usually go smoothly or is there a week or 2 transition to get used to it. Anyone have any first hand knowledge on this or any suggestions. We are so worried about changing. He really struggled at first until we got the paxil dosage right with severe tiredness and paranoia. We are just not sure what to do at this point. Thanks for listening. Linda
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