Posted by Nolegirl323 on March 5, 2007, at 20:13:21
In reply to New med time (lexapro?), posted by johnnyj on March 5, 2007, at 14:25:40
> Well, I lasted about 7 days on luvox at 25-mg. I was having these heart palpatations (anxiety?) that was really uncomfortable. So, I see my family doctor until my new pdoc is available on the 20th of this month. I have to admit I felt a little better but the physical agitation was terrible. Worse than my normal gad, it kind of felt like I was being scared at times and the fear response would not dampen. Does this make sense?
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> After two days off and staying on the klonopin (0.5-mg) I feel better but totally fatigued. I am really confused that maybe I didn't give it enough time. I don't mind some anxiety but the lack of sleep was terrible. Any suggestions?
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> My doc suggested lexapro in the past and I may have to go with this but I hear of terrible anixety stories with it too so I am feeling lost right now. I need to relax and sleep.
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> johnnyjI found Lexapro to be very calming, it is approved for anxiety and depression. If you are already taking a benzo (klonopin), I believe that Lex will enhance the effect of the klonopin.
I love lexapro. I take a benzo with it as well - xanax, plus Lamictal.
I had NO start up anxiety, and as my dosage went up, my depression went down.
Depressive episodes decreased dramatically when Lamictal was added.
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