Lexapro leg fasiculations

Hi everyone,

Im new to this forum and wanted to hear your opinions about lexapro and resting leg fasiculations. Ive been on lexapro for about 3-4 months. Started at 10 mg for 6 weeks then went to 20 mg when my anxiety wasnt under control. Since increasing the dose I have had distressing tiny muscle contractions in my calves whenever Im lying down or sitting and relaxing my legs. I feel my anxiety has improved while on the medication but these feelings are unpleasant.

Have any of you had this issue on lexapro? Should I consider switching to a new RX?

Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated

Hi.

I can't comment on the effects of Lexapro but I'm on Sertraline and Propranolol.

I have experienced similar to you only for me it's "vibrating" as opposed to twitching.

It's very uncomfortable and unpleasant but I've been assured that it is the medication and I would imagine that's the cause of yours too.

If the Lexapro is helping with your anxiety then you should definitely stick with it but maybe mention your concerns to your doctor to put your mind at ease.

Muscle twitching is common as the others say with meds, It is more uncomfortable than painful,
I had a spell of vibration type feelings with anx, but once i knew what it was i ignored it best way i could and it went away.
Still get the odd twitch etc but i do coping skills, and meditations etc and this is helping me greatly to keep on top of the anx.
Good luck and hope things soon improve.
You have come to the right place for support and reassurance x

Yes, I get the occasional leg twitching on Lexapro as well. Before it would worry me (as those odd body sensations do for us anxiety sufferers). After I realized what caused it, the worry dissipated.