Anyone taken Lexapro?

Question

Anyone ever been on this? I've been taking it for depression/anxiety for almost 4 weeks, and nothing seems to be happening. How long did it take for you?

Answer 1

One of my sons was on Lexapro for a short time. It did not work well for him. We had to take him off due to adverse side-effects.

However, everyone's body chemistry is different.

Depending on your chemistry you may either need a higher dose, need a different med or need a med in combination with Lexapro to get the results you desire.

I'll also add that if you are not engaged in therapy along with your meds, you will get better faster if you can find a good therapist to work with. Often depression and anxiety involve thinking processes, not just chemistry, that need to be addressed.

Answer 2

Lexapro can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.

What are the possible side effects of Lexapro?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: skin rash or hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Contact your doctor promptly if you have any of the following side effects, especially if they are new symptoms or if they get worse: mood changes, anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, irritability, agitation, aggressiveness, severe restlessness, mania (mental and/or physical hyperactivity), thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
seizure;
tremors, shivering, muscle stiffness or twitching;
problems with balance or coordination; or
agitation, confusion, sweating, fast heartbeat.
Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:
feeling nervous, restless, or unable to sit still;
headache, trouble concentrating;
drowsiness, dizziness;
sleep problems (insomnia);
nausea, diarrhea, heartburn;
weight changes;
decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm; or
dry mouth, ringing in your ears.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
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Answer 3

I was on Lexapro for 6 weeks at 10 mg.

It didn't help much for depression. Although my sleeping improved. I mean, I slept less.

Now I'm trying Abilify.

Answer 4

I never did have any improvement with Lexapro. I think that four weeks is a fair amount of time to give an antidepressant. I eventually tried Cymbalta and it has helped.

Answer 5

You should have had some results by now. My daughter takes Lexapro and it has improved her spirits. You need to talk to your doctor.

Answer 6

Yes. I noticed a change about 5 weeks into it. After that, the change kept getting more pronounced each week. Hang in there...it will work. The change is not extremely obvious. Things will get better little by little. If you check your progress every day, you will not see much change, but if you go week by week, you will start to notice things improving.

Answer 7

I'm a nurse this medication is giving for many reasons. I think that this might not be the right one for you. You should have had results by now, see the doctor for something else ask for samples if possible. Take care.

Answer 8

I took it, I told my doc i wasn't depressed but she put me on it to help my eating disorder, it actually caused me depression and suicidal thoughts. Review it with your doctor, but just remember that alot of these medicines take time to get into your blood system and start being effective.