After a terrible experience with fluoxetine in the past, I was hesitant to try any other SSRIs, but lexapro has been a real life saver. I started taking it for depression and GAD, and about a month after I got up to 20mg/day, it finally kicked in and I feel amazing. I no longer feel utterly hopeless and useless; I don't dwell constantly on negatives or worry incessantly about everything (in fact, ...
fiero_lilly | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/27/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 2.0
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My psychiatrist diagnosed me with severe depression when I was 16 and prescribed me with 10 mg. Instantly I was experiencing severe weight loss due to a decreased appetite. I dropped to 90 lbs. My doctor stated this was normal but that the dose needed to be increased. So I took 20 mg. I still had no appetite, My body felt weightless when I walked and I experienced severe dizziness. I told my doctor and she did nothing, so I stop seeing her and stopped the medication. To me, that was certainly NOT normal!Read More Read Less
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vinson | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years |
9/26/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 4.3
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i was able to join the land of humans again
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pogo8705 | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
9/26/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 3.7
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This drug worked for me for almost 2 years for treating anxiety. I have also gained nearly 60 pounds while on this medicine. Had I have known this drug would make me gain so much weight I would not have taken it.
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GBS1971 | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
9/26/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 5.0
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I have severe depressive and anxious moments frequently. I suggested to my psychiatrist that we try this drug for my GAD and she agreed. I am so glad I did!
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/26/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 5.0
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Anonymous | 13-18 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months |
9/25/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 2.3
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This is the second SSRI that has stopped working spontaneously on me after four or five months.
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Dupree | 35-44 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/25/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 5.0
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Becoming acclimated to the "side-effects" occurring from use of this medication was easier with a long term mindset that it would do its job eventually. It did. Lexapro has been a terrific help for my feelings of depression and social anxiety. I would have never believed it would give me the confidence to climb out of the black hole I often found myself. The side effects are real - but they did subside for me. The most frustrating side effect that I've had to accept is that it takes longer (sometimes frustratingly longer) to climax sexually. Certainly I could see the beneficial aspects Lexapro would have on someone experiencing premature ejaculation issues.Read More Read Less
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Anonymous | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/25/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 2.3
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I'm 38 and have taken a range of drugs for depression and anxiety and felt Lexapro was the least effective. After a full 30 days, I had zero improvement.
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[email protected] | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/25/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 2.0
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This drug made my anxiety worse. My anger grew and was out of controll several times a day. Sex became less and diffacult to enjoy to it's fullest. I went and discussed this with my doctor. So I stopped the medication as advissed by my doctor.
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
9/25/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 5.0
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This med works quickly and well. I take 40 mg. daily and am well pleased with it.
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Anonymous | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
9/25/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 4.0
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Dot | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
9/24/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 3.3
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Works better than the others I have taken for my depression
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
9/24/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 4.3
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greenmatzoh | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
9/24/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 1.3
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Been on for over 1 yr, condition has worsened + have gained 18 lbs overall.
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alastateman | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/23/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 4.3
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Works great for me!No longer have depression or thoughts of sucicide
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MA | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/23/2007
Condition: Posttraumatic Stress Syndrome
Overall rating 5.0
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Improved sleep after 1 week, helped with anxiety attacks and depression amazingly well. I was concerned about "not being myself", I found I was finally back to being me.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
9/23/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 4.0
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I began taking Lexapro after depression and anxiety became overwhelming about one year ago. It has helped significantly with mood issues...I feel like myself again. It has NOT helped with chronic sleep problems, however, and I've gained about 15 pounds.
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Anonymous | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
9/22/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 1.0
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I switched from paxil to lexapro due to a 20 lb weight gain. Personally lexapro gave me severe panic attacks and changed my life for the worse. I finally went to therapy for a year to reverse the panic which I felt was pretty ironic. I have friends that take lexapro and love it but obviously this is not the right drug for me.
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Anonymous | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
9/22/2007
Condition: Depression
Overall rating 4.3
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It has really helped me. I have been on paxil and zoloft. Lexapro works really well for me. I have noticed a decrease in memory for small activities. Overall, it has really helped me cope with my life and depression.
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Anonymous | 13-18 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
9/22/2007
Condition: Repeated Episodes of Anxiety
Overall rating 4.7
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I was previously on Paxil and ended up switching to Lexapro. I'm on a very small dose, but it makes all the difference in the world for me. I highly recommend it.
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