Posted by BobYuma on December 21, 2003, at 19:05:20
In reply to mixed results so far, posted by ocdforyears on December 21, 2003, at 12:49:48
> > > I felt a lift in depression after one week at 5 mg of lex (I felt too stimulated to go higher) .... This is only the second ssri I've tried (zoloft really sent me for a loop and I couldn't stay on it). I know every med, and every person, is different. I also know the stimulating effects can wear off. But I'm questioning whether this is the right med for me .....
my heart seems to beat a little harder, I feel overly alert, and even a bit more anxious than before I started the lex ..... I enjoy feeling less depressed, but I don't like the stimulation.
> > > > > > >Hello there, ocdforyears.
Just wanted to comment on your statments about the over-stimulation with the Lexapro.
I'm into my third week on Lexapro now, and you're right, the stimulation is a real drag. But my depression has really lifted so to me it's worth it. I can tell you a few things that I've discovered about the stimulation.
Mine gets pretty bad at times, in fact, it feels almost like a panic attack starting. It usually starts in the afternoon and continues into the late evening. I've noticed that caffeine really makes it a lot worse, in fact, it seems like the stimulation doubles at the very least with caffeine. Also, sweets do the very same thing as the caffeine does, so I try to stay away from both.
My doc gave me some lorazepam when I was having the panic and anxiety attacks, and it helps with the over-stimulation if it gets too bad.
Hope this helps a bit.
Take care and remember, there's always a brighter day to look forward to.
Sincerely, BobYuma
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