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Posted 1/5/2015 2:25 PM (GMT 0)
Today will be the 5th day of taking my generic lexapro 10mg. I have been having terrible headaches as well as feeling hot and just overall a bad feeling..

My biggest worry is the headaches. all together in 24 hours I took about 8 over the counter pain releivers for my head.

I am eventually supposed to work my way up to 30mg a day.

I was wondering if any one else had these start up side effects. I don't know how much longer I can take the constant headaches.
Posted 1/5/2015 2:40 PM (GMT 0)
Start up efdects are very common with ssri's. They should subside within two weeks or so. So hopefully you are half way there!!
Posted 1/5/2015 2:48 PM (GMT 0)
SMU - I have posted about my start up effects on another thread.. I'm on day 3 of an SSRI and having similar feelings to you. They do pass! Hopefully sooner rather than later for you :)
Posted 1/5/2015 4:49 PM (GMT 0)
Hi SMU,

I am really sorry that you are experiencing these rough start up effects.:( I know that it was a tough decision to even get to this point, and to have the bad s/e's...bah!

As the others mentioned, these should phase out soon...but for now, in additions to using OTC pain meds (not too many to avoid re-bound effect) you can try some progressive muscle relaxation, to relieve any tension that you may be holding. This can be from anxiety itself...but also as a side effect (clenching of the jaw/upper body tension) of your meds, causing headaces.

Here is the link...give it a try and see if it helps.:)

http://www.stress-relief-exercises.com/progressive_muscle_relaxation.html



Best wishes, and keep up the good work!

S.C.

Posted 1/5/2015 5:25 PM (GMT 0)
Hi

Sorry to hear you are getting some start up side effects from the Lexapro as the others have mentioned these should pass after a couple of weeks so stick with it if you can and if things don't improve go back and see your doctor. I know a lot of people who have had great success with Lexapro myself included so I hope it works well for you.

Hibee
Posted 1/6/2015 3:00 AM (GMT 0)
I am on about week 10 of lexapro and all my side effects have gone away or they are so minimal I don't even notice them. My major issue in the first month was nausea and being extremely tired. Hopefully your side effects will subside over the next few weeks.
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