I have been on Welbutrin for a while now and now it isnt enough for me so I have to take Lexapro now. Is there anything I should be worried about like side effects? I'm still on Welbutrin as well. Is that bed or no? Answers would be much appreciated =]
2006-06-27 15:04:12 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
Mixing anti depression meds is never a good idea. Make sure it's okay with your doctor before you take Welbutrin and Lexapro. Lexapro is a good drug though, just don't mix it with other good drugs ;)
2006-06-27 15:08:39 · answer #1 · answered by lfelpstigerfan05 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lexapro never made me gain weight. That's one of the reasons I was put on it...because it had a lower risk of weight gain. I occasionally had dry mouth, but that was it. It worked well for my anxiety, but not for my depression. Of course, everyone is different.
Hopefully you were put on Lexapro by your doctor (hopefully a psychiatrist)....if so, and if he said to keep taking Welbutrin too, then you should be fine.
Never ever ever ever start taking or stop taking meds without talking to your doctor.
2006-06-28 01:52:18 · answer #2 · answered by patterslaur 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Side effects of Lexapro, also called escitalopram, that you might experience while taking this, commonly prescribed, drug for depression include:
Trouble sleeping
Headaches
Drowsiness
Dry mouth
Nausea or indigestion
Sweating
Changes in taste
Decreased sexual function or low libido
Fever
Shakiness or tremors
Appetite changes either increased or decreased
Frequent need to urinate
Blurred vision
Diarrhea
While these side effects usually do not require medical intervention, you should report them to your health care provider if they continue for over one week or if they interfere with your daily routine.
Less common, but potentially more serious, side effects of Lexapro that you should report to your health care provider immediately include:
Vomiting
Suicidal thoughts
Hives, itching, or other skin reactions
Dizziness or feeling lightheaded
Feeling over excited, that you cannot control your actions, or rapid talking
Feeling confused
2006-06-27 22:12:30 · answer #3 · answered by slagathor238 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was on Lexapro. It really helped me when I went through a terrible death in the family. It really didnt have any side affects to speak of. Just make sure to take it everyday. It builds up in your system and you will start to feel better in about a week. Hope this helps.
2006-06-27 22:08:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was on Lexapro for a while, I gained a lot of weight. It came off when I changed to another med. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about it.
2006-06-27 22:10:09 · answer #5 · answered by mightymite1957 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I too have taken multiple anti depressents, these were in conjunction with my doctor's approval..he prescribed them.. I am now taking lexipro also, the only side effect you need to be concerned about is weight gain.. I have been taking it for 4 months and gained 22 pounds... I have lost about half of it so far.. but it is REALLY hard to get off... I am considering stopping it all together... the stress and depression caused from the weight gain is worse than the cure... so talk to your health care provider and don't let him/her off the hook too easy.. they owe you the time and patience to explain ALL of the side effects and benefits of the drugs they prescribe. Shalom.
2006-06-27 23:03:35 · answer #6 · answered by julianna76301 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i was on lexapro for awhile and i dont recall any side effects, i do know that i felt a heck of a lot better when i took it, i quit taking it before i got pregnant last year and i am still doing great. i would call your doctor or pharmacist with your questions or problems. hope it works out for you.
2006-06-27 22:10:31 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
have you asked your doctor this question?
2006-06-27 22:07:35 · answer #8 · answered by kcracer1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋