Ok I was taking Lexapro for depression and it seemed to work for the 1st month or so; however, after awhile of taking it I noticed some drastic changes, I went into a deeper depression, had very intense mood swings, I became very violent, and also suicidle..I finaly said the heck with it because it got to the point where it destroyed mylife almost.. I stoped taking it and I feel really good and like I have control of myself again, Can antidepressents have an oppisite affect like that?? I had a couple of friends on it who also said it did the same thing to them. Let me know..
2006-07-31 01:50:02 · 4 answers · asked by landscaperschick73 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
Unfortunately, yes they can have that opposite affect. I have been on many antidepresants, and it took me a long time to find a combination that works for me. Have you told your doctor/therapist or whoever prescribed you the medication about this? Usually they are really good about trying to find what works for you. I know it's hard, but keep your head up and I'm sure you will find what works for you. Good luck.
2006-07-31 01:54:15 · answer #1 · answered by Spex 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it can happen to some people...it's important to stay in contact with your Dr so these types of reactions can be recorded and monitored.
I haven't had any adverse reactions other than minor side-effects-diff med.
2006-07-31 08:55:49 · answer #2 · answered by R J 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but you really need to speak to your shrink instead of talking to the idiots here.
2006-07-31 12:36:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
some can indeed make you feel that way try alavil it works grate or become a stoner
2006-07-31 08:57:34 · answer #4 · answered by steamroller98439 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋