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Posted by bride2be on April 9, 2004, at 16:53:48
In reply to Re: help pls..., posted by ednababish on April 8, 2004, at 10:20:43
HI! i just wanted to tell you how great i am doing since my switch from 10 to 20. I feel wonderful today. the first day of my period sucked, but today is the best day i have had since i started lex. this is only my 19th day! Did anyone else start feeling this awesome so soon! i was not expecting great results until my 6th week. does it get even better? let me know what happened with you guys, i am really interested to hear your story! what a great day! NO MOOD SWINGS AT ALL! YEAH FOR ME! :)
Posted by mystic on April 9, 2004, at 17:26:40
In reply to Lexapro update+question?, posted by bride2be on April 9, 2004, at 16:53:48
Hello Bridetobe...I had a hard time starting and it has been up and down I remember having a great week then a bad week then a great week then a bad one...So you have to be prepared for whatever happens until you totally adjust..that is just my experience..My worst time has been when I have had my period...The first one was bad because I had such a great week then towards the end of my period I crashed and the same thing happened on my next period I have had two since starting the lex...but hopefully this will even out...My point is dont be distressed if it doesnt last because it will get better again...And you might just have to adjust the med to fit during your cycle...Not sure if this helps just my experience and hope others share with you also...Hey I have a questions how does everyone do after a couple of drinks on lex..this would be the first time since starting lex and was just wondering...Thanks Mystic
Posted by bride2be on April 9, 2004, at 17:46:56
In reply to RE:: Bridetobe, posted by mystic on April 9, 2004, at 17:26:40
thanks for your story! i totally understand. um, about the drinking, i went out the other night and had about 3 pina coladas and i was fine. i did not feel funny and i also did not feel like the lex made me more drunk. it was just like if i had had 3 drinks before i was on lex. everyone may be different, but it was totally fine with me. i was kinda scared to, but i had no problems at all. i dont know how it would be if you drank alot though, but in my opinion a few should not hurt, but ask around! thanks!
Posted by mystic on April 9, 2004, at 18:14:39
In reply to RE:: mystic, posted by bride2be on April 9, 2004, at 17:46:56
Hey Bridetobe...Thanks for the quick reply since I am having a couple..haaah...But have you been over to the redirected lexaproers site that is where you can talk more social on this site we are supposed to talk about just meds..You should come on over...And by the way..what does bridetobe mean are you getting married soon?????...well should say something about meds so I wont get in trouble...I'm on 10mgs for the past 9 weeks that is the extent of my med talk..hahha...Mystic
Posted by bride2be on April 9, 2004, at 18:19:35
In reply to RE:: Bridetobe, posted by mystic on April 9, 2004, at 18:14:39
i will come over now! enjoy your drinks. i am on 20 and that is my med histoy!
Posted by bride2be on April 9, 2004, at 18:22:51
In reply to RE:: Bridetobe, posted by mystic on April 9, 2004, at 18:14:39
HOW TO I GET TO THE OTHER SITE? I CANT FIND IT!
Posted by mystic on April 9, 2004, at 18:25:31
In reply to RE:: MYSTIC, posted by bride2be on April 9, 2004, at 18:22:51
It is redirected lexaproers and then just mark it favorite places so that you can get back there let me see if there is something I can do to get you there...let me know
Posted by bride2be on April 9, 2004, at 18:42:24
In reply to RE:: bridetobe, posted by mystic on April 9, 2004, at 18:25:31
I SEE WHERE YOU CAN TALK ABOUT SUB ABUSE AND CREATIVE WRITING AND THAT STUFF, BUT I DONT SEE A REDIRECTED LEXAPROERS. IS THERE A WEBSITE I CAN TYPE IN?
Posted by mystic on April 9, 2004, at 18:56:48
In reply to Re: New to Lexapro and feeling awful » jjana, posted by worrywort on May 13, 2003, at 12:43:06
Ok if you go to google to you have aol...well if you do you go to google and you put in redirected lexaproers and you can get there like that...plus dr bob has redirected people there recently that were posting personal stuff on the med site..let me know..if we get there you have to put it in favorites so you dont get lost again..hahha..Mystic
Posted by GZZAPMAN on April 9, 2004, at 19:37:17
In reply to Re: stopping lexapro, posted by KathrynLex on April 1, 2004, at 15:29:41
BEEN OFF LEXAPRO FOR ABOUT 5 DAYS. GOT ELECTRIC SHOCKS GOING OFF DOWN MY EXTREMITIES AND ACROSS MY BRAIN. GOT A METALIC TASTE IN MY MOUTH THE FIRST COUPLE OF DAYS. ITS BAD NEWS STUFF. STILL GET DIZZY AND STARTLED WHEN I TURN MY HEAD SHARPLY OR BLINK AT THE SAME TIME AS MOVING MY HEAD ... ITS A REAL TRIP!
Posted by mystic on April 9, 2004, at 19:51:37
In reply to Re: stopping lexapro, posted by GZZAPMAN on April 9, 2004, at 19:37:17
Wow I hope that you feel better soon...Did you go off abruptly..I know that you are supposed to go off gradually...that doesnt sound like a lot of fun..why did you decide to go off your meds??..and did you go off gradually...take care and hope that those effects stop soon...Mystic
Posted by bride2be on April 9, 2004, at 20:12:17
In reply to Re: stopping lexapro, posted by GZZAPMAN on April 9, 2004, at 19:37:17
you may want to call your doctor, i dont think you should stop cold turkey. your side effects sound bad. i hope you get to feeling better soon! were here if you need us!
Posted by trucker on April 9, 2004, at 23:13:24
In reply to Lexapro update+question?, posted by bride2be on April 9, 2004, at 16:53:48
it gets better all the way. the only reason i'm on webutrin is because the hubby isn't carring the load. he thinks i should carry the burden and my shoulders aren't that broad. my sdoc said she was going to kill him.
i guess i get to watch..
trucker
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> HI! i just wanted to tell you how great i am doing since my switch from 10 to 20. I feel wonderful today. the first day of my period sucked, but today is the best day i have had since i started lex. this is only my 19th day! Did anyone else start feeling this awesome so soon! i was not expecting great results until my 6th week. does it get even better? let me know what happened with you guys, i am really interested to hear your story! what a great day! NO MOOD SWINGS AT ALL! YEAH FOR ME! :)
Posted by Dr. Bob on April 10, 2004, at 7:10:31
In reply to RE:: Bridetobe, posted by mystic on April 9, 2004, at 18:14:39
> have you been over to the redirected lexaproers site that is where you can talk more social on this site we are supposed to talk about just meds..You should come on over...
Here's a link:
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/social/20040305/msgs/323847.html
It's actually not a separate site, though it may seem like it, just one thread on another board. To see the other threads there, click on the "Psycho-Social-Babble" link at the top or bottom of any post there.
Bob
Posted by bride2be on April 10, 2004, at 19:36:44
In reply to RE: Redirected Lexaproers, posted by Dr. Bob on April 10, 2004, at 7:10:31
You are a trip, thanks for the input. i will keep you guys informed on the up to 20, going great so far!
Posted by mystic on April 11, 2004, at 9:05:33
In reply to Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by Dr. Bob on June 11, 2002, at 7:52:48
Hey Mel how is going on the meds...havent heard from you for a while a little worried..Happy easter...Mystic
Posted by aspensm0mmy on April 12, 2004, at 1:32:29
In reply to Re: Lexapro update+question? » bride2be, posted by trucker on April 9, 2004, at 23:13:24
I started using Paxil about 14 months ago for PPD. I have had major problems with excessive sweating and a non-existant sex drive. My PhD just prescribed Lexapro instead. . .does anyone have any advice/experience? I am worried about the difference in dosage, on Paxil I was at 37.5 with Lexapro I will be taking 10. . .is that comperable? I have a week until my Paxil script is gone. Please let me know if you have any thoughts. Thanks!
Posted by want info on April 12, 2004, at 9:20:18
In reply to Paxil VS Lexapro, posted by aspensm0mmy on April 12, 2004, at 1:32:29
hi there. i was on paxil 20mg for 8 years. it worked great for me...i have severe anxiety, inherited. i switched to lex and started at 10mg...i am now finally seeing results at 20. the advice you'll see from most ppl on here is that lower doses (10, 15) are effective for depression while higher is often needed for anxiety. i take .5 mg xanax daily as well and am weaning off as the lex begins to work. good luck! emily
Posted by ednababish on April 12, 2004, at 10:15:56
In reply to Paxil VS Lexapro, posted by aspensm0mmy on April 12, 2004, at 1:32:29
I took 25 mgs PaxilCR for 4 months--I was not even able to get aroused, and I was a bit of a zombie--forgetful about big things AND not terribly concerned about the times I dropped the ball like I should have been. I felt like I got my brain back on lexapro at 15 mgs. I have just upped to 20 because I have felt stressed and have been having problems concentrating again (one of my most problematic depression symptoms).
I think you may find that 10mgs is not enough--you will probably need 20-30mgs lex. I just started taking 10mgs lex on a friday--after my last dose of paxil on a thurs. with no break. At about two weeks I went up to 15--where I stayed for about three months. During my switch I had about four weeks of increased depression and irritability, no real increase in anxiety, and a clearer head. I have found it much better overall and would like to wish you good luck.
Posted by male 50 on April 13, 2004, at 22:49:41
In reply to Sexual Dysfunction and Lexapro? Need Feedback, posted by sideorder on March 19, 2004, at 16:23:05
> I was just prescribed Lexapro by my doctor for general stress/anxiety reduction. I was told that the sexual side effects were minimal...primarily "ejaclatory delay" (and only happens to a small precentage).... I guess if it's "delayed", it wouldn't be that big of a deal---just so it eventually happens. Also wondering if it causes any erectile dysfunction or decreased libido. I really don't want to become sexually dysfunctional in any way. Any men out there taking Lexapro (or women who are with men taking Lexapro) that can give me the lowdown? I have a VERY healthy sex life with my girlfriend and hate to see it take a turn just because I'm taking an anti-anxiety drug. Any advice/comments or feedback would be appreciated. Also, don't even know if I'm "posting" in the right place...I'm totally new to this.
>I have been taking Lexapro for the past six months. There has definitely been an effect on my ability to ejaculate. As with the previous user, I too was on Effexor and that caused erectile dysfunction. That has not been the case with the Lexapro, but I often find that I am unable to achieve orgasm no matter how long I wait. I am also unable to bring myself to orgasm, so it is frustrating.
Posted by shadows721 on April 14, 2004, at 22:55:19
In reply to Re: Sexual Dysfunction and Lexapro? Need Feedback, posted by male 50 on April 13, 2004, at 22:49:41
I am a female and this stuff just crushed my sex drive and orgasms.
Posted by corgisinga on April 15, 2004, at 1:36:21
In reply to Re: Sexual Dysfunction and Lexapro? Need Feedback, posted by shadows721 on April 14, 2004, at 22:55:19
> I am a female and this stuff just crushed my sex drive and orgasms.
My partner is on Lexapro and same thing happened plus it didn't help her ugly moods-anxiety,anger,depression, etc. She lashes out constantly. Her psychiatrist then put her on Wellbutrin in addition to the Lexapro because it "would counteract the loss of sex drive/orgasm problems that Lexapro caused".
1st, Wellbutrin has NOT made the sex drive come back, it's worse! 2nd- the other behavior problems are worse and she disassociates more than ever. I've taken Wellbutrin (pre-menopausal depression) for 2 yrs and no problems at all (luckily). But the combo she's on and his reasoning make no sense to me.
Plus she's so irrational that although she complains/cries @ the sex problems, she won't get 2nd opinion, or confront the psychiatrist, who she only sees for the meds. She sees another psychologist for therapy, but just keeps regressing. I'm really worried @ her & our 17yr relationship.
Posted by sideorder on April 15, 2004, at 17:18:09
In reply to Re: Sexual Dysfunction and Lexapro? Need Feedback, posted by male 50 on April 13, 2004, at 22:49:41
I appreciate all of the replys. My original post was almost a month ago. I'm sorry to hear about some of the sexual side effects everyone is having out there. Fortunately after being on Lex for almost 1 month now, the only sexual SE I've experienced is the ol' ejaculatory delay...but, I do acheive an orgasm. Just makes it a longer ride getting there---which my girlfriend doesn't seem to mind. My libido has stayed intact too.Don't know if things will change after being on Lex for an extended period of time. I've read about the need to increase the dosage and if I get to that point hope it doesn't cause any of the effects that people have presented to me. I'm handling things better these days...still get a little down and worry (become anxious) some, but on Lex it's not as debilitating and I'm able to roll it all allot better than before...it's also helped to alleviate my social anxiety. I'm hangin' in there---good luck to you all.
Posted by bride2be on April 15, 2004, at 17:26:03
In reply to Re: Sexual Dysfunction and Lexapro? Need Feedback » shadows721, posted by corgisinga on April 15, 2004, at 1:36:21
I AM HAVING MAJOR PROBLEMS HAVING AN ORGASM! WHEN WILL THIS SIDE EFFECT GO AWAY? OR IS IT HERE TO STAY! ahhhhhhhhhhhh!
Posted by bride2be on April 15, 2004, at 17:29:45
In reply to Re: Sexual Dysfunction and Lexapro? Need Feedback, posted by male 50 on April 13, 2004, at 22:49:41
MY FIANCE IS ON PAXIL AND THE ONLY THING I NOTICED IT IS TAKES A LITTLE WHILE LONGER TO EJACUALTE THEN USUAL, BUT IT IS NO BIG DEAL . I ON THE OTHER HAND AM ON LEXAPRO AND I CANT GET OFF TO SAVE MY LIFE. I HOPE IT GETS BETTER SOON. IF YOU WISH ME LUCK, I WILL WISH YOU LUCK TOO. HOPE THAT HELPS A LITTLE. DONT GET FRUSTERATE THOUGH, I AM SURE IT WILL GET BETTER. IF YOU NEED ANY MORE ADVICE LET ME KNOW! I AM HERE FOR YA!
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