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Posted by friendofbillw on January 8, 2004, at 19:37:59
In reply to Re: Lexapro clinical data, posted by ELENI4 on January 8, 2004, at 18:08:45
Great info! Thanks.
Posted by BLKVETTES on January 9, 2004, at 0:40:12
In reply to Lexapro Withdrawal Dizziness/Tingling/Numbness?!, posted by CR on January 8, 2004, at 16:16:47
> I discontinued Lexapro (10mg/day) cold turkey about 2 weeks ago. STILL getting severe dizziness in the left hemisphere in my brain with tingling and numbness of my extremeites. Is this normal for these syptoms to continue for so long? They are not decreasign in intensity at all. Anyone else have experience wtih this?
> Thanks!
> CRYOU KNOW YOU CAN GET SEIZURES STOPPING THESE MEDS COLD TURKEY. I would guess your past that stage. Its one hell of a shock to your body when you give it something and take it away all at once. This stuff can go for a month or even a few months. It varies person to person and on what you read. Some get zero withdrawal. Slow tapering off is the best way to go.
WAYNE
Posted by american woman on January 9, 2004, at 10:30:51
In reply to lexapro side effect...incontinence?, posted by friendofbillw on January 7, 2004, at 23:33:53
> This is embarrassing to write, but I'm curious if anyone else is having trouble with "urgent incontinence (UI)" on lexapro. UI is when you feel the need to go to pee and have to go immediately or it starts coming out. It's horrible! I haven't had any other side effects, but this one. I'm on wellbutrin too. The problem seems to have started when I started on the lexapro. Anyone else?
I didn't have incontinence, but I did find that with Lexapro I was often constipated (sorry, no nicer way to put it), to the point I had to take something for it.
Posted by LynneDa on January 9, 2004, at 10:44:13
In reply to Re: lexapro side effect...incontinence?, posted by american woman on January 9, 2004, at 10:30:51
Now that you brought it up . . . I too had the "c" word when starting Lex and when upping my dosage. And that was VERY unusual for my body! It did straighten itself out after a week or so.
Posted by Esmarelda on January 9, 2004, at 11:02:23
In reply to Lexapro Withdrawal Dizziness/Tingling/Numbness?!, posted by CR on January 8, 2004, at 16:16:47
I don't think you are ever supposed to quit AD cold turkey. You should taper off.
Posted by BLKVETTES on January 9, 2004, at 13:19:33
In reply to Re: lexapro side effect...incontinence?, posted by american woman on January 9, 2004, at 10:30:51
> I didn't have incontinence, but I did find that with Lexapro I was often constipated (sorry, no nicer way to put it), to the point I had to take something for it.Yea, I was that way for quite awhile. Took me a few months before that ended.
WAYNE
Posted by Twuffy on January 9, 2004, at 13:34:28
In reply to Re: lexapro side effect...incontinence?, posted by BLKVETTES on January 9, 2004, at 13:19:33
I had to pee a lot when I was on Wellbutrin but I think it was because I was losing weight. Just a thought.
Posted by Mrs C. on January 9, 2004, at 14:11:07
In reply to Re: Lexapro and Nuts, posted by LynneDa on January 8, 2004, at 15:54:58
Half the battle is admitting it right? Personally, I'm a cashew kinda girl!
Mrs. C
Posted by LynneDa on January 9, 2004, at 14:13:46
In reply to Re: Lexapro and Nuts, posted by Mrs C. on January 9, 2004, at 14:11:07
Actually, I only like nuts if they're in things . . . I'm sure someone could have a field day with that one :-)
Happy Friday everyone and have a good weekend!
~ Lynne
Posted by Mrs C. on January 9, 2004, at 14:16:27
In reply to Re: Lexapro and Advil, posted by sexylexy on January 8, 2004, at 17:13:42
> > I asked my doctor about advil when she prescribed lex to me. I have always suffered from tension headaches and advil was almost a daily thing for me. She said that advil is perfectly safe to take with lex. By the way, I have only had one headache since I began lex. Another benefit for me. Thanks for your post. Mrs. C.
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> Mrs. C...
> Did you have spacey/foggy stuff on Lexapro when you started? Please tell me you did and it went away, I am starting week 3 today and feel like Ive been in a two week day dream.
> Thanks
> Lexy
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> Yes, I did have that feeling and it has gone away. I also felt jittery and developed some really weird twitches in my face. All of those things are gone! The only se I still feel from time to time is the jaw clenching problem. You will feel better soon. Keep coming to the board for support and reassurance. You'll get through this! Mrs. C
Posted by KathrynLex on January 9, 2004, at 16:16:40
In reply to Re: Lexapro and Advil, posted by Mrs C. on January 9, 2004, at 14:16:27
Has Lexapro effected anyone's ability to concentrate on things? After 21 days on 10 mg of Lex I can't focus to save my life. But, I was reading some past posts where people reported that Lex improved their concentration. I was just wondering what other people have experienced?
Posted by sexylexy on January 9, 2004, at 16:40:18
In reply to Lexapro and Concentration, posted by KathrynLex on January 9, 2004, at 16:16:40
> Has Lexapro effected anyone's ability to concentrate on things? After 21 days on 10 mg of Lex I can't focus to save my life. But, I was reading some past posts where people reported that Lex improved their concentration. I was just wondering what other people have experienced?
K~
Im in your boat. A little spacey and having concentration problems. I go back to graduate school in two days so I am a little worried about studying, driviing and since I am in grad school for Psych, I am going to have to try to be a good therapist at my internship. I wish I could offer more, everyone says it goes away, I am on day 18. Just know that your not the only one~
Lexy
Posted by BLKVETTES on January 9, 2004, at 17:35:47
In reply to Lexapro and Concentration, posted by KathrynLex on January 9, 2004, at 16:16:40
> Has Lexapro effected anyone's ability to concentrate on things? After 21 days on 10 mg of Lex I can't focus to save my life. But, I was reading some past posts where people reported that Lex improved their concentration. I was just wondering what other people have experienced?
For quite awhile I questioned if I was losing my memory. I have wrote this before but I would watch shows and see if I could remember the casts real names. I had mild anxiety and social anxiety all my life. Didnt even realize it until I got panic attacks and depression more than a year ago. But I think clearer now than I ever have I believe. If you believe in chemical imbalance. I guess it makes sense to think that when you start these meds your brain is going to go through some kind of transition. With brain imaging they are seeing the brain react.
WAYNE
Posted by Forbidden on January 9, 2004, at 19:44:36
In reply to Lexapro and Concentration, posted by KathrynLex on January 9, 2004, at 16:16:40
Hi K,
You already know that I definitely have been experiencing some lack of concentration, I seem to forget things and even get a bit confused at times. Really a strange feeling, that is hard to explain to people who don't know.
Yesterday I had an AWESOME day, the best I have had since I started getting anxiety symptoms over 8 months ago, I woke up in a great mood and full of energy. Today wasn't quite as good, but still definetly better than before I started the Lex. Not as much lightheadedness, worry over my health, etc..... I think it's starting to kick in.....(knock on wood) :)
Posted by reluctant on January 9, 2004, at 19:57:07
In reply to Lexapro and Concentration, posted by KathrynLex on January 9, 2004, at 16:16:40
K -
Well, still testing the waters with lexapro. With Zoloft, another ssri, I was VERY spacey and couldn't concentrate to save my life. But hopefully with lexapro . . .
. . . I'm sorry; what were we talking about?
-r.
Posted by Jayslace on January 9, 2004, at 20:08:09
In reply to Re: Lexapro and Concentration, posted by reluctant on January 9, 2004, at 19:57:07
R, LOL You can be so inspiring, and encouraging, and also make me laugh till I , well, almost need to change my pants. But this is all a plus in my life, ok? LOL
As far as the concentration, I have to say that is part of my disability since my brain tumors were removed. However, I have noticed it being better since being on the Lex.
Also, let me say, I have had 2 good days in a row since being on the 20mg. I slept good again last night, and was awake all today. I have noticed I am gritting at my teeth a little now though.
I wish everyone luck with this Lex! And love you all for your posts!
Ruthie
Posted by reluctant on January 9, 2004, at 20:13:21
In reply to Re: Lexapro and Concentration » reluctant, posted by Jayslace on January 9, 2004, at 20:08:09
lots of health to you, ruthie!
Posted by bill-bob on January 10, 2004, at 0:39:32
In reply to Lexapro and Concentration, posted by KathrynLex on January 9, 2004, at 16:16:40
Hello - my first post here. I've been taking Lexapro for almost 6 weeks (5 mg for 4 weeks, 10 mg for 10 days), and my experience has been an increase in ability to concentrate. For example, this afternoon my boss asked me to prepare a presentation in about 1/4 the time I would normally like to have, and I just focussed and got it done. Good luck.
Posted by Bali on January 10, 2004, at 2:01:54
In reply to Lexapro and Concentration, posted by KathrynLex on January 9, 2004, at 16:16:40
Hi KathrynLex. It does get better. I'm on my 12th week of Lex and my concentration is better than it was BEFORE the medication. Just try to stick it out and ride out those pesky side effects. Also, please stay on the board after you have results as people on the board could really benefit from your experience, good or bad.
Thanks! Bali
Posted by Neatfreak on January 10, 2004, at 7:49:53
In reply to Re: lexapro side effect...incontinence?, posted by BLKVETTES on January 9, 2004, at 13:19:33
Day 30 for Lexapro, for whatever the reason my out look on life is much better, can focus, perhaps sleep more. Begining to enjoy life, i can now laugh. The side effect for me is constipition, surprising how well "grannys" remedy works , "prune juice" I drank 10oz. Should have tried 6 first.
Posted by John2222 on January 10, 2004, at 16:18:11
In reply to Re: lexapro side effect, posted by Neatfreak on January 10, 2004, at 7:49:53
Does anyone know if Lexapro is available in 5mg tablets?
Or does everyone split the 10mg tablets into half?
Posted by KathrynLex on January 10, 2004, at 17:15:58
In reply to Re: lexapro side effect -- Dosage ? -- 5mg ?, posted by John2222 on January 10, 2004, at 16:18:11
It's day 22 on 10 mg of Lex. I was out running errands when...I don't know how to describe it...things didn't look familiar. I've lived in this city my entire life, but I didn't quite recognize it this afternoon. It took me a VERY long time to count out the right amount of money for the cashier at the store, I finally had to ask someone next to me if I'd counted it out right. It was a little bit like those feelings of unreality I sometimes get during a panic attack. Has this happened to anyone else, or can you offer some advice? I'm terrified and it feels like I'm loosing my mind.
K.
Posted by Forbidden on January 10, 2004, at 17:26:29
In reply to Loosing my mind on Lex? - HELP, posted by KathrynLex on January 10, 2004, at 17:15:58
Hi K,
We are amazingly on the same track here - just 30 minutes ago I was talking to a customer service rep on the phone and they asked me my address. I could not think of it for the life of me, I almost had to go look on a piece of mail, but finally rememered it.
I have definitely been experiencing little short term memory loss stuff like that. Hopefully it passes soon.
CP
> It's day 22 on 10 mg of Lex. I was out running errands when...I don't know how to describe it...things didn't look familiar. I've lived in this city my entire life, but I didn't quite recognize it this afternoon. It took me a VERY long time to count out the right amount of money for the cashier at the store, I finally had to ask someone next to me if I'd counted it out right. It was a little bit like those feelings of unreality I sometimes get during a panic attack. Has this happened to anyone else, or can you offer some advice? I'm terrified and it feels like I'm loosing my mind.
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> K.
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Posted by reluctant on January 10, 2004, at 17:39:28
In reply to Loosing my mind on Lex? - HELP, posted by KathrynLex on January 10, 2004, at 17:15:58
Hi K -
I'd look to other possibilities before you decide you're losing your mind! I've definitely had moments like that, particularly when sick or coming down with something. How do you feel now?
if it keeps up, then I'd worry a little.
-r.
Posted by KathrynLex on January 10, 2004, at 19:57:59
In reply to Re: Loosing my mind on Lex? - HELP, posted by reluctant on January 10, 2004, at 17:39:28
I'm feeling a bit better now. Thank you for such a quick response. It's a very scary experience to not recognize familiar places. I'll have to go back and read the consumer info, but I think feelings of unreality are a side effect of the drug. I'd be interested to know if anyone else has experienced something like I described in my above post. Thanks!
K.
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