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Posted by BRC on May 12, 2004, at 8:40:02
I saw my pdoc yesterday and he increased my Lexapro from 20mg to 40mg. I was wondering if the increase takes time to become effective (like when you initially start an antidepressant 4-6 weeks). Or should I expect results (if any) quicker since I am already on the med. Any info or insight would be greatfully appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Posted by Bill LL on May 12, 2004, at 8:56:09
In reply to Increase in Lexapro. What should I expect?, posted by BRC on May 12, 2004, at 8:40:02
I take 30 mg. when I went from 20 to 30 a few months a go, I felt the difference within a couple of days.
Posted by holymama on May 12, 2004, at 10:22:51
In reply to Re: Increase in Lexapro. What should I expect?, posted by Bill LL on May 12, 2004, at 8:56:09
I also feel the effects of an increase in lexapro within one to two days. Sometimes if I take it at night, I feel better the next day. Good luck!
Posted by Mariposa on May 12, 2004, at 11:20:20
In reply to Increase in Lexapro. What should I expect?, posted by BRC on May 12, 2004, at 8:40:02
> I saw my pdoc yesterday and he increased my Lexapro from 20mg to 40mg. I was wondering if the increase takes time to become effective (like when you initially start an antidepressant 4-6 weeks). Or should I expect results (if any) quicker since I am already on the med. Any info or insight would be greatfully appreciated. Thanks in advance.
It's been a few months since I went from 20 to 30mg. Unlike the other responders, I do not recall having any problems, I just felt relief from being crabby and upset. Hopefully your trasition will be a smooth one also.~~~8|8
Posted by Mariposa on May 12, 2004, at 11:23:30
In reply to Re: Increase in Lexapro. What should I expect?, posted by Mariposa on May 12, 2004, at 11:20:20
> > I saw my pdoc yesterday and he increased my Lexapro from 20mg to 40mg. I was wondering if the increase takes time to become effective (like when you initially start an antidepressant 4-6 weeks). Or should I expect results (if any) quicker since I am already on the med. Any info or insight would be greatfully appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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> It's been a few months since I went from 20 to 30mg. Unlike the other responders, I do not recall having any problems, I just felt relief from being crabby and upset. Hopefully your trasition will be a smooth one also.~~~8|8I just re-read Bill and Holymama replies again --- they did not actually say they had problems, sorry if I interpreted incorrectly. I did experience relief within a couple of days.
Posted by BRC on May 12, 2004, at 15:52:39
In reply to Re: Increase in Lexapro. What should I expect?, posted by Mariposa on May 12, 2004, at 11:23:30
I want to personally thank each one who responded to my post. I gives me a good feeling to know that there are people with the same questions and concerns I have and are willing to take the effort and give me their info, advice, and time. THANKS
Posted by owenus32 on May 13, 2004, at 10:16:39
In reply to Increase in Lexapro. What should I expect?, posted by BRC on May 12, 2004, at 8:40:02
at 10 mgs I was fine at 20 I noticed sex side affects.
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