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Posted 6/9/2015 10:30 AM (GMT 0)
I started Lexapro 5 mg 5 days ago and haven't been able to sleep since then. Does anyone with experience know that this will go away?? I don't know how much more I can take.!!

Thanks!
Posted 6/9/2015 2:19 PM (GMT 0)
I haven't taken Lexapro myself, but I have read that a side effect of some SSRI's is insomnia. You may want to contact your pharmacist and see if this is to be expected and if it's likely to go away.

Good luck!!
Posted 6/9/2015 3:03 PM (GMT 0)
Do you take it in the morning or at night, if you take it at night you probably want to switch to taking it in the morning. As far as how long it will last, most side effects wear off after 2-4 weeks of taking the AD, but if it continues at this rate and you are not sleeping it might be worth a call to your doctor.
Posted 6/9/2015 6:24 PM (GMT 0)
Hi

Yes Lexapro can cause insomnia during start up but thing usually passes after a couple of weeks so stick with it if you can and if things don't improve go back and speak with your doctor and as AL said it's best to take in the morning.

Hibee
Posted 6/10/2015 12:28 PM (GMT 0)
THank you for all your help.  I just took my first pill this morning to see if that helps.  I think the lack of sleep is making me feel on edge and jittery all the time.  It's day 6 of Lexapro and just wish things would speed up so I'm feeling better!
Posted 6/10/2015 2:44 PM (GMT 0)
I started back on Lexapro 6 weeks ago and yes, I'm having insomnia too. I switched my dose to the a.m. about a week ago. It might have helped a little. I take Lunesta but was still experiencing insomnia. Very frustrating. I also take L-Tryptophan 2g, Melatonin 10mg, Valerian Root, and apply Mag lotion at night 20 minutes before bedtime. These supplements might help you. The L-Tryptophan is the best! I have a long history with insomnia. I hope this works for you. It's very difficult to function on little sleep! confused

Post Edited (WantToBe"Normal") : 6/10/2015 12:57:43 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 6/10/2015 4:40 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you so much for the advice!  I will look into those different options.  I'm sitting at work staring at the time pass.  I'm so dang tired!  But I hope switching it to the AM will help.  Day 7 of Lexapro.  Getting a little better each day, intrusive thoughts are getting easier to push aside, and anxiety is getting slightly better.  I'm just so jittery now and I think it's from the lack of sleep.  But I keep telling myself I have to keep going to get better!  Thanks to everyone on here and the wonderful advise its a little easier.
Posted 6/10/2015 4:43 PM (GMT 0)
OH and I was voted "most likely to sleep through graduation" my senior year in high school, so this insomnia thing is all new to me. ...  I guess there's a first for everything..
Posted 6/10/2015 4:43 PM (GMT 0)
I'm glad you are starting to feel better, I hope the switch of taking it in the AM will help you sleep better. Your doctor should of told you to take it in the morning cause it is known to cause insomnia. Regardless of that though, I am so happy that you are feeling better, remember it takes a good 6 to 8 weeks to reach full potential so stick with it. :)
Posted 6/10/2015 5:26 PM (GMT 0)
I think it's best in general to take those in the morning as well.
Posted 6/10/2015 7:01 PM (GMT 0)
LOL "Most likely to sleep through graduation!" ha ha My Lexapro really kicked in at 3 weeks and continues to improve. I've had headaches and insomnia. HA have diminished and insomnia is a work in progress. Keep us updated!
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