- Ok to take 2 anti-depressants together?? 24th May 2008
... Be wary of anti-depressants. I was on Lexapro for the past year and a half and my White Blood Count...
- Zoloft for menopause? 10th May 2008
... caused by the hormone issue. He said to think about Lexapro . He felt it had less sides but said nothing about...
... moods were out of control. I had to do something. Lexapro has worked wonders on the mood swings and I have not ... gained weight from it. I had my meno pouch before Lexapro ... if anything I've lost since being on Lexapro because ... heard the most positive reports from people using Lexapro , it seems to have the least amount of side effects ... depressant that really helps with anxiety. Before the lexapro I was taking xanax, but now I only take it once every ... blue moon... so the lexapro is really working.
Good luck.
Now if I could...
- Is anybody else SWEATING LIKE A PIG??!!!! 9th May 2008
... these hot flashes and SWEATING :)
I've been using Lexapro to help with peri and meno (no hrt for me) and it...
... Some women do get relief with the lexapro . I am using progesterone cream and it seems to be...
- How does Lexapro help with symptoms? 4th May 2008
... Hi, I will say that Lexapro has helped with mood swings, and I don't get flashes ... night sweats, because that is a side effect from the Lexapro . It did taper off some though. I just feel better...
- Menopause Question 27th April 2008
... feeling for everyone and everything change? I'm on Lexapro right now for depression and colasapam (not spelled...
- Has anyone got relief from mental part peri / meno w ssri's 13th April 2008
... I have been on Lexapro since last March when everything fell apart for me ... started me on Zoloft however that did not work. The Lexapro has made a world of difference for me. I am in full...
- I am a mess today 4th April 2008
... something to think about.
She's putting me on Lexapro for a while. Maybe this will help?
I hope you...
- I need help with waking up in the middle of the night 1st April 2008
... don't want to take anything because I already take lexapro during the day. I thought about a glass of wine but...
... effects to the HRT cream and can you take that with Lexapro or any other ad. Thanks for all your help. Marla....
- Has anyone tried Citralopram (Celexa) for their depression/anxiety 30th March 2008
... 4 weeks he said not working, and he switched me to lexapro . I noticed a difference in a few days. Some of them ... but 2 or three times in the last year since going on Lexapro . I was really freaked out when the ad I had been taking...
- HOw many had Anxiety or were on AD before Peri Symptoms? 25th March 2008
... wanted to be on hormones, so he suggested that I try Lexapro . It made a different person out of me in literally...
- What hurts the most? 24th March 2008
... it all in my head??? I have no idea. I take 10mg of Lexapro and was wondering if anyone has felt this?? Now I...
- Anyone had any relief from anti-depressants? 13th March 2008
... Pud,
I went on Lexapro last march. Everything went bonkers for me last March ... march I could not go. I fell apart with panic. The Lexapro has saved me. I am on 10mg and it has done wonders...
... a light blub went off. As soon as he changed me to Lexapro , after about 2 weeks I was feeling better. I started...
... Did nothing. It did not work. Then he switched me to Lexapro (10mg) and I am back to normal. (whatever normal is...
- Is this Peri or menopause 28th February 2008
... take a trip I froze and couldn't go. I have been on lexapro for a year and feel better. I still have moments but...
- could the two be related? 4th January 2008
... I started with severe Anxiety, started out trying lexapro and it almost put me in the hospital, wellbutrin the...
- menopause and anxiety/panic/stress 14th November 2007
... I didn't feel good) and since then I have been on Lexapro 10mg. I don't feel 100 percent but I feel better....
- menopause and depression 15th October 2007
... myself to take the Dr. recommended antidepressent, Lexapro . I am taking HRT. It became such a quality of life...
... I think Lexapro is a good thing. I've been on it and am on it now ... can get low, but not as low. I think it helps and Lexapro is easily tolerated. I don't think it has too many...
- any suggestions for energy? 19th September 2007
... concerned about breast cancer risk and clots. I'm using Lexapro and trying to treat symptoms as they come up.
Right...
- Lexapro 4th September 2007
... [QUOTE=lunalu;3191758]My Dr. just prescribed Lexapro for menopause related depression. I have all the symptoms ... else had experience with this drug? :)
I have been on Lexapro for 5yrs now. Had hysterectomy and directly into menopause...
- Hello & Help Please 26th August 2007
... I have every sympton listed. I am on medication ( Lexapro ) and that is the best thing I ever did. I also read...
- counseling for anxiety 25th August 2007
... tired over feeling anxiety. Marla20
I am also on Lexapro ....
... Marla, I thought about asking a doctor about Lexapro . Did you get any side effects when you first started...
... have been on buspar for 3 years and now have started lexapro . It has caused some anxiety but I am on week 2 and ... be better. I tried celexa ( an older version of lexapro ) and did not have anxiety. In fact it was too sedating...
- Feedback on Lexapro and Effexor 9th August 2007
... it but did have terrible nausea.
My sister takes lexapro along with other psych meds, and she really likes...
... awhile before you really notice results
I've been on lexapro for approx 1 yr now and it's been working as far as ... morning routine. I've read alot of posts about lexapro and most had good results that is what made me ask...
... which were you taking and switched to morning the Lexapro or Remifin? Thanks! PS...I have been on Prozac for...
... I changed the lexapro (10mg) from night to morning. And it's been working...
... I am just starting lexapro and I am already sleeping better. I had tried celexa ... ( an older version of lexapro ) in the past and found it too sedating. I do have ... some anxiety and am not sure if it is the lexapro or not. Feel a little sedated on lexapro but I think...
- Itching 31st July 2007
... between the thumb and the pointer. Side effect of lexapro or perimenopause?? I know peri causes the skin to...
... I've tried lexapro 3 times in the past and had to stop each time due ... try with it, but I got scared and just stopped the lexapro ....
- Hair Loss and Lexapro 27th July 2007
... QUOTE=alyce20;3121800]I know this is a side effect of lexapro and I am not going off lexapro because I would not...
... went off of both meds the past month and am now on Lexapro , hoping for the best.
Also, perimenopause will cause ... hair loss, it probably is not the lexapro cause everyone I know who is on it has not experienced...
- ativan 24th June 2007
... really don't want to go up to 2mg either. Could the Lexapro I take be interfering when I take the ativan. I normally ... Alyce I never had a probelm before taking this wiht lexapro . Maybe I should switch to something else for anixety...
- hair Loss 23rd June 2007
... floor, bathroom floor. Is this my new meds, which is lexapro or what??? I am ready to cut my hair if this will...
... I do believe that lexapro could be causing the problem.. Hair loss is one of...
- not interested in anything anymore... 7th June 2007
... hypochrondiac. Then one day the fog began to lift. Lexapro has helped, my periods have been gone a year, and...
- is this menopause or thyriold illness? 6th June 2007
... what do we treat?? I am going to ask my shrink about Lexapro . I took Effexor on/off for 7 years, but each time...
- post your best remedies 5th June 2007
... lexapro 10 mg
calcium/magnesium
fish oil
multivitamin
...
... that you find helpful?
:)
Celexa (the new one is Lexapro ) helped me for 6 years, but now I'm weaning myself...
- Lexapro and Perimenopause 29th May 2007
... I have been on lexapro for 2 yrs now. I started taking it to control my hot...
... Hi Ladies,
Was there any weight gain with Lexapro ? I gained 60 on Effexor, stopped it and lost it all...
... list. I was driving my gp crazy.My gyno suggested the lexapro and I must say I'm a different person today. Most ... yrs. ago but no great gain since I've been on the lexapro . Believe me, this drug has helped me through the worst...
... Sharon,
I have not been on Lexapro long enough to tell about wain gain but for me I noticed...
... Alyce,
Congrats on the 30 years!! I will look into Lexapro . I've gained about 15 in our 18yrs (2nd marriage ... another 60 on Effexor. I'm back to the original 15.
Is Lexapro an SSRI (selective seratonin reuptake inhibitor)? ... Thanks Patti, you give me hope! I will check out Lexapro .
I wonder why my gyno didn't use it when she was ... the weight. Exactly what symptoms were helped by Lexapro ? I don't have any hot flashes....yet.
Has anyone...
... think being on the Effexor caused that? Has anyone on Lexapro had the problem with skipping periods? At 52 I know...
... The lexapro does help with the sobbing and all the that. i have ... and so on. I do believe I need to be upped on the Lexapro to 20 mil. which he siad he was going to do at my...
... relief for that, so perhaps I will ask the shrink about Lexapro which seems to be helping some of the girls on the...
... dr. said to take it whenver I need it and once the Lexapro takes full effect i should not be dependent on the...
... symptoms. I told her no thanks, then she suggested the lexapro . My boss (a pharmacist) told me that lexapro was an ... impressed by how well I got pulled together after taking lexapro . Hot flashes are nothing compared to how I used to...
... some help, so I am definately going to ask about the lexapro . When an AD is working properly, the ativan can be ... my shrink wanted to add Cymbalta as opposed to the Lexapro . I am hoping that eventually, I'll only need 1 AD ... to get me through this peri-phase. Lexapro sounds like it might be the right one, let's hope ... to the Depression board & see what they think about lexapro & if it will stop the sobbing & anxiety.........and...
... Patti,
how long have you been taking Lexapro and are you continuing to take it as you officially...
... doasge I will not need the ativan. Like i said the lexapro is only in me 2 weeks now and I know he will up my...
... Sharon,
I started with 10 mg. of lexapro and never had to up the dose. When I started I had ... rough but they are tolerable. I plan to stay on the lexapro until I'm sure things are somewhat normal for me....
...
Thank-you for your support. I will ask about Lexapro . It is comforting we are not alone & that I'm not...
... i had 1 ovary removed jan 2006 i have never tried lexapro is it anything like paxil or celexa cause if it is...
... with zoloft and seasonale bc. Ask your doctor, about lexapro you've got nothing to loose. Hopefully you'll be back...
- Is perimenopause the fast track to old age? 18th May 2007
... peri-menopause.... does it EVER get better? I thought Lexapro would get me through this, and maybe I'd feel even...
... to die.
Still not feeling great -- doc says try Lexapro but I have history of anxiety/panic and read that...
... Colleen,
Lexapro really helped with my anxiety. It was either that...
- Morning Anxiety 14th May 2007
... every day. I have been on ativan and just started lexapro . I feel the worst in the morning and as I get busy...
- Perimenopause symptoms 6th May 2007
... by the way, the one thing that isn't helping is the Lexapro . I've tried so many things for anxiety. Nothing...
... I just responded to you on a different thread.... Lexapro helps with the "bi-polarism" LOL... I'm sorry your...
... I am on Lexapro and it seems to be helpful. I am 51 and have the same...
... gotten the anxiety under control with the help of Lexapro , but now I am consumed with all the aches and pains...
... gotten the anxiety under control with the help of Lexapro , but now I am consumed with all the aches and pains...
- what antidepressant worked for you? 14th April 2007
... My sister takes lexapro and gabapentin. She has no menopausal symptoms although...
- Major personality changes???? 25th March 2007
... obsession in my near future :) ). The one I take is Lexapro . It really helps with the anxiety, and works rather...
- anxiety again 16th March 2007
... panic attacks were taking over my life. I went on Lexapro , and it was a God send. I also went to the library...
... panic attacks were taking over my life. I went on Lexapro , and it was a God send. I also went to the library...
- anxiety 5th March 2007
... went to my midwife for my yearly and she put me on lexapro for 6 months and now I am back to normal. I haven...
- Lexapro for hot flashes and night sweats 1st March 2007
... My night sweats got worse with the Lexapro . I was not having many and still do not have virtually...
... Lexapro gave me night sweats, but only when I was asleep....
- Start & Stop period 20th February 2007
... rogesterone cream and take regular supplements. I also take Lexapro . For a couple of years my periods were very heavy...
- The many problems in menopause! 24th January 2007
... night. I used to have mild anxiety attacks and took Lexapro . I have been off it for a year. Anyone have any suggestions...
- Hate the nervousness/anxiety 18th January 2007
... I finally gave up and went on Lexapro . It has done wonders for me. Every morning I'd wake...
- Is it Ok for a man to ask questions here? 30th November 2006
... begin to bother her, an antidepressant might help. Lexapro did wonders for me and I've been able to avoid hormone...
- Night sweats w/out hot flashes 29th November 2006
... ready to buy a wig. I will say however I have been on Lexapro for about 2-1/2 months it it has helped so much. ...
... getting a period regularly as well! I started on Lexapro about a month ago. It has helped emotionally, but ... seems worse and I don't know if it has to do with the Lexapro . Used to be I would sweat around my neck and chest...
... to me. And yes if you read the fine print on your Lexapro it does say that it can cause abnormal sweating. ...
... Hi Ladies,
Another Lexapro user here who also sweats at night. I had some sweating ... at night even before the Lexapro so I'm not sure if it's connected to Lexapro or not ... and I'm sweating in the dead of winter :)
The Lexapro has helped me so much that I can't imagine going off...
- anyone take zoloft for symptoms 15th November 2006
... to use for anxiety. Just his opinion. I asked about Lexapro and he said he thinks Zoloft works better specifically...
- depression 3rd October 2006
... on some medication. It doesn't have to be prozac. Lexapro was a good choice for me... the point is, you need ... depressants, then you know they take awhile to kick in.. Lexapro actually works pretty quick, and I had almost no side...
... Thanks for the reply. My sis-in-law is on Lexapro , I'll ask her how she's doing with it. I know there...
- out of breath 1st October 2006
... calcium supplement.
I changed from Effexor to 10mg of Lexapro about a month ago, and I don't know if there is a ... my general peri anxiety, which is why I changed to Lexapro ! It just never ends!
Can anyone give insight...
- meds for perimenopause 23rd September 2006
... I've read where some of you swear by lexapro for your peri symptoms, but I was wondering if anyone...
- Lost husband due to perimenopause? 14th September 2006
... cut right to the chase and tell you that getting on Lexapro changed everything for me because it gave me back...
... janell,
I think that Mistyeyez is right about the Lexapro . I took it also. It did help me get through the...
... my marriage too so I finally agreed to start taking Lexapro , like Mistyeyze I realized it's time to take the ... teary outburst for no reason.
I've been taking Lexapro for approx 4 weeks now and it's changed my life!
...
- Is Lexapro helping? 1st September 2006
... Lexapro REALLY helped my mood swings and anxiety which were ... tolerate other AD's in the past. I plan on staying on Lexapro until my hormones are happily post menopausal....
... I was switched from Wellbutrin to Lexapro and gained 10 lbs. in 6 wks. I wanted to eat gummy ... well.
***A special advisory to anyone quitting Lexapro : Please, under no circumstances do it cold turkey...
... Thanks icemama. I gained weight on Lexapro . My doctor said last spring that that wasn't causing ... the weight gain....it isn't supposed to be one of Lexapro 's side effects. She blamed it on the 20 mg of amitriptylin ... I was taking that for 6 months before going on the Lexapro . I actually lost some weight before starting Lexapro...
... indeed a possible side effect of anti-depressants. Lexapro weight gain for me was very obvious. The cravings...
... What kind of brain shocks do people get from Lexapro ? I never heard about that :)...
- why wont someone help me 29th August 2006
... Danigirl,
Have you considered Lexapro ? I hate to sound like a walking commercial since I...
- Blood test Normal & Lexparo question 28th August 2006
... fire ... what to think now?
I started was given Lexapro Friday (20mg) I'm taking the 1/2 pill for the first...
...
I also wanted to let you know my first week on Lexapro , I did have some strange insomnia-- but then I would...
... vacation... I had a good time.:D
I wish I had been on Lexapro then. I'm sure by Sept 21 you will be feeling good...
- Zoloft and Xanax 24th August 2006
... meds, the better they are. Another option would be lexapro , which is really good....
... a few hrs.
Today I was a new doc and I'm starting Lexapro tonight.
I will keep the xanax for the rough patches...
- Can we talk about husbands? 23rd August 2006
... Oh geez.... I'm about to talk about Lexapro again, LOL
Thanks so much ladies.... I appreciate...
- Antidepressants for Night Sweats and HF? 20th August 2006
... wasn't wanting to go the hormone route, so he gave me Lexapro . I began to feel wonderful after just a couple of...
... The SSRI antidepressants, which includes Lexapro , work on serotonin levels, which do seem to have something...
... that Prozac doesn't make most people gain weight like Lexapro and some of the other SSRI's do....
... that Prozac doesn't make most people gain weight like Lexapro and some of the other SSRI's do.
I have been...
- Lexapro? Really helpful? 18th August 2006
... Kellybag,
I just started on Lexapro for the 3rd time. I had success with it both times...
... I am on 10mg of Lexapro and it is working great! In the past other AD's have...
... Has anyone noticed a weight gain on the Lexapro ? Do any of the AD's cause weight gain? Thanks, Ann...
... curious as to the weight gain question, too. I started lexapro 10mg (dr. had prescribed 20mg, but I'm splitting in...
... kind of anxiey I had, with out medications such as Lexapro .
Everyone is different....
... Hi...I am thinking about taking Lexapro for very mild depression, anxiety and agoraphobia...
- symtpoms hit hard tonight, month 1 on BCP 17th August 2006
... lived, and after 3 months I stopped the bcp.
I added Lexapro going into the third month, and it helped so much...
- New, and can't stop the worry! 14th August 2006
... this. I do take Effexor, and after trying Prozac and Lexapro , I think I react the same to all of them: moderatly...
... It's enough to drive you crazy! I am starting on Lexapro , so I hope that will put things in check for me. So ... perspective too. I will be doing that along with taking the Lexapro . Hang in there!...
... was the anxiety and I went on a low dose pill and Lexapro to calm everything down. I went off the Lexapro last ... every body sensation again. I decided to restart the Lexapro since I cannot live with this constant fear and anxiety...
- I'm new & need support! 13th August 2006
... you. Don't be afraid to ask your doctor for meds! Lexapro has done wonders for me on the mood swings. I can...
- Femhart - does it work for anyone? 13th August 2006
... sometimes a crampy feeling.
I would prefer not to go on Lexapro or an antidepressant - I am taking extra vitamins...
- What does the BCP help w/peri? 10th August 2006
... noticed hair loss.
Recently (a month ago) I added Lexapro , 10mg, which has made a HUGE difference, so I stopped...
- Mood Swings 9th August 2006
... have awful PMS. Psychiatrist put me on a low dose of Lexapro and Provigil. The Provigil seems to help.
I can...
... has helped the most for me in that area is 10mg of Lexapro . I have never been a fan of AD's.... but this drug...
... To those on lexapro , what mg are you taking? I know Mistyeyze said she ... 10mg. Also, have you had any weight gain from the lexapro ? I hope I'm not hijacking the thread. Just curious...
... think perimenopause increases blood pressure.
Re Lexapro dosage, it depends. I have been as high as 15 mg...
... My gyn recommended that I take Lexapro (10 mg) to help with my anxiety. It's hard to tell ... managed. I would imagine that once I start taking the Lexapro and my anxiety level decreases, my blood pressure ... wledgeable about anti-depressants, and as they go, she said Lexapro is a fine choice....
... I tried Lexapro and other antidepressant in the SSRI family and they ... m currently taking Wellbutrin XL.
When I took Lexapro I craved carbohydrate. Of course giving in to this...
... I tried Lexapro and other antidepressant in the SSRI family and they ... m currently taking Wellbutrin XL.
When I took Lexapro I craved carbohydrate. Of course giving in to this...
- Anyone on BCP Still get symptoms? 3rd August 2006
... was really bad but seemed to be OK after I went on Lexapro and was fine since I stopped the Lexapro about 8 months...
... couldn't shake the anxiety and bad moods.
I added Lexapro about 3 weeks ago, and I'm doing MUCH better. In fact ... thinking about going off the pill, and just staying on Lexapro . Mary why did you go off the Lexapro? I was initially ... pretty good..... but I am attributing that to the Lexapro , NOT the bcp.
So that's the long answer that YES...
... Misteyze,
I went off Lexapro because I felt fine and wanted to see if I had to ... anxiety is crippling again. I feel horrible and the Lexapro really helped last time I felt like this.
Does...
... Hi Ladies!
I am hearing a lot of things good about Lexapro . Has anyone triedZoloft? I am on Zoloft and still ... if I have given it enough time or should switch to Lexapro . Any advice?
Thanks...
... they made me more anxious, and I just felt weird. Lexapro has been very different. For me anyway. It cuts anxiety ... my skin, and I have not used a single one since the lexapro . Oh, another thing, I felt better in LESS than a week ... I would say definately talk to your doctor about Lexapro .
ps- Mary- YES my anxiety was like I wanted to...
... Mistyeyze,
I decided to start on Lexapro again since it worked so well for me before. I am ... issues except anxiety. That is when I first tried Lexapro . It worked great for me after a few weeks. After ... back on both and got relief again. I went off the Lexapro again in December of 2005 but stayed on the pill. ... creep back in. This time I will just stay on the Lexapro for good! This perimenopause is a nightmare!
mary...
... old ways.
What pill did you use along with the Lexapro ? I am to start on Yaz next week. I have heard scary...
... work for me but I really needed to go back on the Lexapro for anxiety. I tried Zoloft when this all started ... about 3 1/2 yrs ago and I could not tolerate it. The lexapro was a much better choice for me.
mary...
- Something wrong with my brain....?? 22nd July 2006
... feels like there is no end in sight.
I think the Lexapro I started recently might be starting to work some...
- Natural Menopause Solutions? 11th July 2006
... see if this reduces my symptoms. My sister takes Lexapro everyday and it works for her, but I'd rather not...
- Perimeno and negativity 8th July 2006
... discuss them with some knowledge. I have heard that Lexapro is also a great one to just make you feel "leveled...
- current prominent symptom: depression 24th June 2006
... quality of life is suffering because of it. I went on Lexapro for 7 months and it really helped me. You might consider...
- Effexor for Hot Flashes 20th June 2006
... it's something every day.
As for Aniexty I went on Lexapro last year and have had great success with it. I started ... myself in the mirror and ask "who is that person"?
The Lexapro has really helped me with energy. It made me tired...
- Can we talk about husbands? 18th June 2006
... I had to do something. That's when he put me on Lexapro and I became myself again - actually a much better...
... I had to do something. That's when he put me on Lexapro and I became myself again - actually a much better ... something. I'm glad they worked for you. I will mention Lexapro ....
- What are your top 3 worst symptoms? 6th June 2006
... recently started taking Ummmm...oh yeah (almost forgot) Lexapro . Does seem to be helping with the crying jags and...
- If you are in your early 50's, are you still having periods? 22nd May 2006
... this Aug. I will be official..............
I take lexapro for my mood swings, fish oil, magnisium and calcium...
... this Aug. I will be official..............
I take lexapro for my mood swings, fish oil, magnisium and calcium ... sleepiness.........
Patti
I was taking the Lexapro until my insurance ran out. Haven't had the FSH test...
... it does work but I don't want to depend on it. The lexapro has taken all my hot flashes away, which is a god...
- antidepressants 9th May 2006
... everybody for your replies...has anyone had any luck with lexapro . I can't decide if i just want to take xanax when...
... I tried Lexapro , and had a hard time with it. I couldn't sleep at ... with it. Everyone is different. My brother takes Lexapro and is doing wonderfully on it. I wish it had worked...
- High Anxiety 8th May 2006
... Last August when the anxiety first hit me, I tried Lexapro for 15 days. Let's just say that it wasn't a good...
- irregular periods/exhaustion and nausea - could it be perimenopause? 8th April 2006
... trying to figure out what to do! Sharon I started Lexapro awhile ago and that has helped with the severe anxiety...
... are OTC products, so they can "omit" the truth. Now, Lexapro .......I took Effexor XR before & gained a whopping ... returned, repeated Effexor gain & then loss. Has Lexapro caused you any weight gain? I've been told if I gain ... how I feel about this weight thing. I'll ask about Lexapro .
Effexor did its job very well, but then the weight...
- A wreck 25th March 2006
... depressed and anxious all the time, my GYN put me on Lexapro and then the depression and all the hot flashes and...
