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Posted 7/28/2017 9:34 PM (GMT 0)
This March and April, I fell into a really bad state of depression due to my anxiety. I started 10mg Lexapro in May, and it took a full month to work, but June was amazing. For the first time in ages, I felt like myself. Over the last few weeks in July, however, my anxiety and depression symptoms have returned. My doctor upped my Lexapro dose to 15mg, and yesterday was my 13th day taking that. I think I saw a slight improvement but I definitely wasn't back to where I wanted to be, so my doctor upped my dose to 20mg and I started that today. Do you think that will work for me? How long before I can expect to see improvements? I'm so desperate and discouraged.
Posted 7/28/2017 10:59 PM (GMT 0)
Sorry you are going through this. Do not be discouraged and I like that you and your doctor seem to have an open communication. I'm not so sure if it will work or not, but I can encourage you not to be discouraged and not feel desperate. Hold on to remembering what June felt like and remember that you can feel that way and will feel that way again!
Posted 7/29/2017 12:58 AM (GMT 0)
it should work for you -just might take a few weeks to take effect
Posted 7/29/2017 1:46 AM (GMT 0)
Ddss,

It is a good sign that you felt improvement before each palteau...☺

20 mgs is a good therapeutic dose for many people...so stay encouraged and give it a bit more time.

Sorry this has been a rough ride...but things should level out for you soon.

Keep up with your coping skills, and update when you can.☺

S.C.
Posted 7/29/2017 7:25 AM (GMT 0)
i think you will get improvement. 20 a good dose. hope ya level out soon.
Posted 7/29/2017 8:34 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

Sorry to hear you are having a tough time at the moment it seems to be the norm for things to get worse before they get better again when upping a dosage of medication so stick with it.

If things don't look like they are improving after a couple of weeks go back and speak with your doctor.

Hibee
Posted 8/2/2017 1:57 PM (GMT 0)
AN UPDATE: Today is day 6 on my increased dose to 20mg. So far, I haven't seen any improvement. All that's changed is my stomach is a bit upset. I'm really starting to lose hope. I'm afraid I'm never going to get past this bout of anxiety and depression.
Posted 8/2/2017 3:32 PM (GMT 0)
You will get passed it. You have to keep believing, and working on it every day. I don't know much about the meds, as I haven't had any luck taking them. From what I've read they work for most people though.
Well wishes for you!
Marqi
Posted 8/2/2017 4:42 PM (GMT 0)
Ddss,

Just over a week...it is still early in your increase.

Try and stay positive and patient.

Work your coping skills and adjust your diet to keep your stomach full throughout the day with easily digestable foods. (frequent/small meals, bland foods)

We are sending encouragement and cheering you on towards feeling better!
Posted 8/2/2017 10:07 PM (GMT 0)
Hi dear

Do not loose hope it really gets worse before it gets better please hang in there and keep on practicing your coping skills, they do really help and i remember how everybody here kept on telling to practice self help on top of the page and i took it for granted as i was only relying on meds, today i can proudly say breathing exercises and yoga are my closest friends.You can also relax by watching u tube videos, yoga etc..

hope you feel better soon.
sending you hugs
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