Posted by Journeyman on January 11, 2004, at 22:55:33
In reply to Re: Loosing my mind on Lex? - HELP, posted by KathrynLex on January 10, 2004, at 19:57:59
K,
Hope today was more settled for you. The last thing you need when you're taking medication that deals with anxiety/depression is something else to be anxious about. The symptoms you described would certainly be unsettling and a bit frightening.
Here are a couple of thoughts: since medication affects people differently, boards such as this can be wonderfully helpful and reassuring; especially when others can relate experiences that are similar to our own, or can inspire us to hold out because things may very well change for the better. It may be that it was a blip, an uncomfortable and worrisome blip, but a blip nonetheless, and that like others, the side effects will diminish and then disappear. I certainly hope that's the case.
On the other hand, it may be that your body is not capable of handling Lexapro. Researchers at Stanford have identified a genetic marker that explains why some people can't tolerate certain medications. (see ref. below)
There was a very interesting article in last week's New York Sunday Times magazine about a p/doc who became depressed and then had a very difficult time when taking the medication she had prescribed so often for her own patients. She discontined use of it after four weeks because of the side effects, and the side effects were nothing of the sort you mention. The article is well worth reading. If you don't have it at home, you can probably get it at your local library and photocopy it. It's the Jan. 4, 2004 New York Times Magazine. The articles is on p. 58 and is entitled A Doctor's Toxic Shock. It's written by Nanette Gartrell. If you can't get your hands on a copy locally, you can download it from their website for $2.50. (www.nytimes.com)
In any case, I urge you to discuss the symptoms with your p/doc immediately.
We all want you to be safe, as well as happy.
Peace and comfort to you K.
Richard
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