Decrease Lexapro to 5mg ???

Asked the doctor if I could decrease to 5mg of Lexapro (have been on 10 for several months). Life has improved over the last six weeks.

Doctor said sure - no problem. He said no need to taper down, but to just cut pill in half and continue on with 5mg.

A bit unsure about not tappering. Is what doctor said ok to do?
Hate to question him but certainly don't want issues.

PD,

Since the starting dose of Lexapro is typically 10 mg.s, your doctor is likely counting on the fact that reducing by half is not going to be a giant adjustment...considering the fact that you are on the lowest dose (for most) to begin with.

If however, you are not comfortable with this...you've every right to ask him if 7.5 mg is possible for a couple of weeks, before decreasing to 5.

Best wishes in your taper!

S.C.

Exactly, a half, plus a quarter of your 10 mg...if you and your doctor decide this is a good plan.

You can get a pill splitter from your pharmacy. :)

Wishing you good results!

S.C.

PD.,

I hope that your s/e's are mild and short lived. Use your coping skills!

I think your question regarding the SSRI discontinuation and the Seratonin production is a complicated one...

...if you have gained skills in therapy to help you change your thinking patterns and practice your skills daily...yes, this can have a positive effect on your Seratonin...

However, there are those who simply have a physical chemical imbalance issue, and may never make enough of the neurotranmitters needed in order to feel their best...without the help of meds...

So it is finding where your balance lies that it key.

Best wishes, and keep us posted.

S.C.