Lexapro For Anxiety

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I had severe anxiety problems for the first time in my life late last year and found it very difficult to function. I tried for four months to fight it on my own and by using Ativan. I knew Ativan was not a healthy long term answer but was bothered by the prospect of using a SSRI. Finally with no progress I decided to start using Lexapro as I had heard it had the least amount of side effects and had the least withhdrawl symptoms when ceasing the medication. I noticed some progress within 2 weeks and was 100% anxiety free after 5 weeks. Today I feel "normal" and am anxiety free. I have been taking 10mg Lexapro for a little over 2 months. My doctor wants me to continue it for the next 6 months and then I will wean off of the drug. I have gained some weight while taking it but must admit I have been eating much more now that the anxiety is gone.

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I'm very glad that it has worked so well for you!

Did you experience any of the other side effects that the FDA lists, such as nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, mood swings and headache?

Has anyone else come off of it after months of us that might be able to provide some advice for the future?

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Are you taking the brand name Lexapro or the Generic brand?

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You are lucky. I think I had every side effect going with this drug and I only took it for a week. Glad to hear it is working for you.

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I'm happy your feeling better. I've been on it for 14 years at 5mg. It made my life so much better. I recently upped my dosage to 10mg but may drop back down to 5. Not sure if my body can handle the 10. Either way, keep feeling good.

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