Lexam 10mg Side Effects

Hi i started with LEXAMIL for the first time yesterday, abt and hour i took it i felt nausea to a vomitting extent, had hot flushes, thought i was gona die, havent taken today nor have i had anything to eat, i do feel hungry but just too scared to eat. ## Lexamil contains the active ingredient Escitalopram and while it has been known to cause some nausea, it shouldn't cause the hot flashes. Learn more Lexamil details here. Did you end up taking anymore of them? ## How are u doing now-still on lexamil-i have started 8days ago-nausea left,but I'm not hungry AT all.

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Hi, I am 48 years old. I have been diagnosed with Bipolar 2. I have been using Cipralex 10mg together wilth Wellbutrin. Since the last quarter of 2008 Cipralex was no longer available in SA. At the moment I am gaining weight and as I am short and do suffer from asthma and a heart defect, this is very uncomfortable. At the moment I'm living in Mali where there are no doctors available that who are specialised how to treat this situation. Any suggestions? Thank you. ## I don't understand why people say Lexamil makes one put on weight. Is it that it stimulates your appetite and therefore one is prone to put on weight or do the kilo's just pile on out of nowhere? Thanks! ## Please help - iam on camcolit and lexamil since ive taken them from last wednesday I dont feel well this m...

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Apart from gaining weight, I experience terrible aches in my shoulders, knees and feet. So much so that I can't even pick up my arms. Is this a side effect from Lexamil? It helps when I use Voltaren, but as soon as I stop it gets very bad. How long should one use Lexamil? I have been using it for anxiety attacks, and I rarely experience it any more. I have been on Lexamil for a month now. ## Lexamil contains the active ingredient Escitalopram. Based on your description it sounds like you may be experiencing severe muscle stiffness; which is a side effect that should be reported to your doctor immediately. Side effects of Escitalopram can include: nausea diarrhea constipation changes in libido or ability drowsiness increased sweating dizziness heartburn stomach pain excessive tiredne...

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I was put on the drug in November 2011. I was taking it till this year September this year when i decided to leave it. I did not taper it down at all. My boyfriend has now left me because of my constant fighting and the fact that i loose my temper constantly. It has only been for the last two months that he's been complaining. I have honestly tried hard to keep myself calm in times when something upsets me.. i just can't control it. Is it possibly a side effect, or that i should maybe except that i have to take it? ## Rebound and withdrawal effects are well known to happen with these types of medications, if you stop taking them abruptly. Learn more Lexamil details here. A slow taper is usually down to help minimize these types of issues. After 2 months, you've already been ...

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Good day, i am female and my age is 43 years. I would like to know if LEXAMIL and or ZYTOMIL can be the reason why i am now battleling with reastless legg sindrome? ## Hello, Alana! How are you doing? I am very sorry about the problem that you're having. Yes, this medication can cause RLS in some people that take it. If it is interfering with your ability to sleep, then you may need to switch to a different medication. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Good morning, thank you very much for your reply. Is there any medication that you can advice me to take? Hope you have a super day. Kind regards, ## My sister is 55 years old. She has lupus and started using Lexamil 10mg a month ago. She now h...

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Hi, I am on Lexamil 10mg now for almost 5 months and it is really helping my anxiety attacks I have had. No anxiety attacks at all thus far, but I am having side effects in my legs, strange jittery, tingling, crawling feelings in my legs. Not all the time, but I am definitely aware of them. Is anyone else having this? Will it get better? My GP says I will stay on Lexamil for 10 months. Now if I know these side effects wont worsen then I can content with them. Will training help? What supplements should I use? ## hi....I am also having the same side effects in my legs, strange jittery, tingling, crawling, unsteadiness feelings in my legs. Not all the time, but I am definitely aware of them.

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I have am also taking lexamil 10mg a day. In the first few weeks i suffered from awful headaches and my neck became incredibly stiff and leg muscle spasms, also a big increase in my appetite. I continued through that my appetite is ok now and the headaches are gone, just some days i still get a terribly stiff neck like a type of pressure up my spine, very uncomfortable. I am def. more emotionally balanced, cry less etc. However, I dont think any pill will take all your stress away, that is something one needs to work on yourself with the support of the medication. NEVER JUST STOP YOUR MEDS, you need to be weaned off of them. It has taken a few months to get to a better place while using the medication it does not happen over a few days as it needs to build up in your system and reach a ...

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Hi! I am on lexamil 5 mg daily for a week before that wellbutrin 150 mg and 5 mg lexamil for 4 weeks before that wellbutrin 300 mg for 2 years. Weaning from the Wellbutrin because dr feels that it increases my anxiety, which is my main problem. Can these meds lead to alcohol blackouts? One minute fine to next minute waking up with memory loss. My memory is really bad on day to day basis. Also need to know will i pick up weight with lexamil? ## The memory loss can be side effects of these medications, but it could also be due to other issues. Alcohol may worsen side effects, such as nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and diarrhea. According to FDA. Is there anything else I can help with? Are you on any other medications? ## Hi, Ive been taking Zytomil for 2 weeks met up with a frie...

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My husband takes Lexamil 10 mg for depression for 7days now. He just sits and stares and do not react to anything. Is there a natural or herbal replacement for this medicine. Its as if he has stopped living. Thanks ## Hello, Kotie! How is your husband doing? Is this the only medication that he's taking? Such side effects should wear off in a few weeks, once his body gets used to the medication. But it could be that this just isn't the right antidepressant for him and he may need to try a different one. Is this the first medication in this class that he's tried? Are you sure he's only taking 10mgs?

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Hello. Please can you give me your advice: Valdoxane versus Lexamil. ## Hello, Geen! How are you? Valdoxan is reported to cause fewer side effects, according to FDA reports. It doesn't tend to cause the sensual side effects or withdrawal, plus it can encourage restful sleep in some people that take it. Lexamil, however, can cause those types of side effects, along with dizziness, dry mouth and weight gain. What condition is being treated?

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I am on Lexamil escitalopram 10mg, ## Good day, My wife is on Lexamil escitalopram 10mg in the day and on Zopax 1.0mg at night. Can she use any alcohol with this tablets. ## Hi am on lexamil 10 mg for nearly 5 yrs. How can I do now to stop taking it ## Escitalopram is an antidepressant that is used to treat various types of mental health disorders. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, mood swings, and weight changes. Leon, no she should not drink alcoholic beverages while taking these medications. Shamimah, a slow taper would be best and your doctor should be able to help you discover what schedule is best for you. Is there anything else I can help with?

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can it interfer with my circle, i skiped a month now withount menstruation ## Yes, most antidepressants can lengthen your cycle, and in some cases prevent menstruation, while a woman is taking them, according to the NIH. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, and loss of libido. How long have you been taking it?

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I would like to go off Lexamil 10mg. How can I do it ? Can I leave it at once ? ## How long have you been taking it and what has your doctor advised? Lexamil contains the active ingredient Escitalopram, which is an SSRI antidepressant and, if you've been taking it for a long period of time, then a sudden cessation may cause withdrawal and rebound effects, which may be worse than the condition you started taking it to treat. In most cases, it is best to taper these types of medications, as slowly as possible. ## I've been using it for 9 months now. Should I first reduse it. I'm gaining wait and think it is the Lexamil. ## Yes, you should definitely speak to your doctor about a tapering plan to get off of it and avoid most of the withdrawal and rebound effects. They may even b...

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What is Lexamil (Essitalpram 10mg) and Espiride (50mg) and how strong is it? Is there any side affects? What should I avoid using when on these drugs? Thank you ## Lexamil contains the active ingredient Escitalopram, commonly sold in the U.S. under the brand name Lexapro. Some of the most common side effects include: nausea, drowsiness, sexual dysfunction and weight gain. Common side effects are nausea, somnolence (sleepiness) and gastrointestinal side effects reported as relatively common. Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## Is lexamil safe for breastfeeding moms? My son is 2 years old ## Main use of ESPIRIDE 50mg Caps. What is the most comon side affects I am on high blood presure treetment ## Espiride was prescribed to me when my wife ...

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I'm on lexamil 10mg for 5 days now and I'm feeling terrible! I've got 24/7 nausea. The one day I had diarrhea and the next day everything was blurry the whole day and I was so dizzy, I hallucinated. I'm sleeping all the time, I shake a lot as well. They say it will go on for 3 weeks until it actually works. I drank on one day more than 7 nausea pills and nothing works. ## Hello, Hayley! How are you? The nausea, diarrhea and dizziness can be normal side effects, as listed by the FDA, however, they sound very severe and this medication shouldn't make you hallucinate. It seems that this might not be the right medication for you take and you may need to speak to your doctor about trying something else. What nausea pills did you take?

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I have depression and severe anxiety attacks that happens in the mornings. Dr prescribed Lexamil 5mg for the first 10 days and thereafter 10mg together with Urbanol 10mg to be taken together in the mornings. An hour after taking these meds I get very nauseous and have no appetite. My pharmacist said that I should not take these meds together. Dr said I must take it as she prescribed it. You help will be appreciated! ## Hello, Cora! How are you? I'm sorry about the nausea. It may be due to taking them at the same time, which could be what the pharmacist meant. Have you tried taking them with food or a small snack, rather than on an empty stomach? That can sometimes help prevent nausea. The FDA warns that Urbanol carries the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, su...

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I have been taking Lexamil 10mg to 20mg for one and a half months. My body feels stiff and tingly nervous. How long before I start feel relaxed and calm. If Lexamil is not the right medication for me, what would you advise I take instead. One more thing, if Lexamil is an Anti-Depressent, how does it help with nerve repair? ## Lexamil contains the active ingredient Escitalopram and yes, it is an SSRI class antidepressant and some of them can help with some types of nerve pain. Learn more Lexamil details here. It is not an anti-anxiety medication, so it will not make you feel relaxed and calm, that's not how it works. It may help with some symptoms, but as an antidepressant it does not have those types of effects. It will also not do anything to repair the nerves, it can help with som...

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I have been prescribed Lexamil 10mg which I started taking today. My GP prescribed it for a month. I am a smoker and just want to know if I can smoke while taking Lexamil? I do want to stop but I need to get my anxiety and depression under control first. ## Hello, Danz! How are you? There is nothing saying that you must stop smoking, while taking this medication. You are well aware, I'm sure how bad it is for your health and will stop, once you are feeling better. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and weight changes. Just make sure your doctor is aware that you smoke and how much. Is there anything else I can help with?

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is it safe to take lexamil 10 mg morn and night ## Hello, Blaze! How are you? You should take it in accordance with your doctor's prescribing instructions. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, anxiety, and weight changes. Are you on any other medications?

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I took my first (half) tab of Escitalopram yesterday and few hours later had a severe headache & nausea. I also take Suboxone meds, could it be the mix? Or can some people get these side effects with Escitalopram alone? ## im on lexamil 10mg and zopax0.05 mg i still feel dizzy i go blank sometimes meaning i cant see anything for a few seconds, ## From what I researched the most common side effects from taking this medication are drowsiness, insomnia, upset stomach, nausea, dizziness, heartburn, weight changes, constipation, and dry mouth. Source: Medline Plus

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