Posted by Mariposa on June 17, 2003, at 9:59:54
In reply to Lexapro and caffeine, posted by Office_LB on June 16, 2003, at 21:49:06
> I have always been sensitive to caffeine but now that I am on LExapro WOW!
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> I was on 10 mg/day for 2 weeks and just upped it to 20/day. But I noticed this before.
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> When I drink a small cup of coffee it's like BAM! It's like taking cocaine or ecstasy or something, I can cope but at times I'm like wow I can't believe I am at work and am tripping so hard! In some ways it's great but if the conditions aren't perfect it can get kind of too intense. (like trigger sever anxiety)
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> Anyways just thought I'd share, and wondering if any of you have similar experiences.Can't say that I have noticed this, I drink LOTS of coffee. Been on 10mg lex for almost 5 mos. It is possible that you are "adjusting" to the Lex, 2 weeks is not a very long time, as it may take 6-8 weeks before you actually experience "benefits".
I have had days where I feel like I'm on speed, very active and wanting to get lots of things done, a positive SE of Lex in my opinion, but I have NOT been uncomfortable. If it continues to be a problem you should discuss w/doc, or worst case - cut down on coffee!
Best of luck to you!~~~8|8
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