I've weaned off lots of meds....Zoloft was almost impossible. I'd get to 12.5 and jump and couldn't make it 3 days off before getting back on. So, they switched me to cymbalta. When that stopped...
Healing vibes and positive thoughts to your friend and her family!...
It's all good! I counted and I hadn't already taken them! My husband has mentioned a pill box on several occasions. I only take 2! You'd think I'd remember!...
So, I do this often, but sometimes I can't remember if I've taken my medicine or not. That just happened to me now. I popped my morning probiotic and my 10 mg of lexapro (which I just increased to on...
Thanks for weighing in Lauren! I did decide to increase today. Ironically, I felt much better once I actually took it because I finally made the choice instead of constantly thinking about if I...
Increased my lexapro from 5mg to 10mg this morning. I have lots of energy right now, but at the same time feel like I could take a nap. I told myself this morning before I took it, the worst I'm...
So happy for you! I had to stop going to Dr. Google too (also stopped visiting the Lyme disease forum :-P). I agree that correct breathing has been a big help!...
I'm there with ya buddy. Interesting conversation with a doc at work today about manifestation of anxiety in individuals. He said that most people with anxiety, it's manifested by your typical...
Thanks Hibbee! I agree that lexapro has had very positive effects since I've started on just this half prescribed dose. I believe my feet are just being stubborn and it's frustrating because I'd...
Thanks Larry and Lauren! I didn't think it was the lexapro, but just wanted to rule it out. Soaking them this morning before work. Dang feet! They've kept me from running now for over 2 months!!...
Hi all! I started on lexapro at 5 mg almost 3 weeks ago. Aside from the initial increase in my anxiety, I've tolerated it pretty well I think. I'm supposed to be moving up to 10 mg this Friday per my...
Yikes! Do you have a place you use regularly for inspections, tire rotation, etc? I'd start there. Also, can you drive the car at all? When our Subaru was over heating, I could still drive short...
Hugs and positive vibes heading your way...
Hmmm.... I see what you're saying about the T3. Naturally it fluctuates throughout the day and the T3 found in dessicated thyroid is used up rather quickly and therefor not a reliable hormone for...
Dax- I was told to not take any sudafed- it's too drying. Have you tried mucinex? That's what they told me to take if I felt full. It thins secretions, but you have to drink lots of water as it dries...
Sorry for all you're going through! I have been having progressive problems with my nose for about 3-4 years now. However, after seeing an ENT, I founD out I have a deviated septum and severely...
Smoothies are a great place to start if you're anxious about starting supplements. Spinach is a great source of folate, iron and magnesium and blends very nicely with a variety of fruits. I second...
I'm up for the day. We adopted a dog from the SPCA and she's more anxious than I am 😉. Three year old lab surrender. Gorgeous dog. Sweet, but still terrified. I'm feeling better than I have been....
I started lexapro about 15 days ago. I, too, had positive results the first few days and then it seemed like things got much worse. Now, at this far in, I'm feeling more eve throughout the day. The...
I'm good at the procedural stuff in nursing (starting IVs, dressing changes, catheters,etc). I'm one of the weird ones that really enjoys that stuff. I don't like hurting people and I'm pretty good...
I had an allergic reaction to bactrim on the very last day I was taking it. And my sister very recently developed some food allergies that have caused hives at the age of 37. Stuff she's waten all...
Was your rapid test for strep negative? Sometimes that' one is but the one they send out for culture can be positive. That being said, viral colds (no need for antibiotics) can last for 10 days or...
I'm not an admin, but I strongly suggest you call a trusted friend/family member or go to your nearest ER. If those aren't options, I'll copy the information from the sticky for suicide hotlines....
I just started lexapro 5 mg going to 10 mg in about another week. I, too have been more annoyed than usual as well as fatigued. I'm hoping this is just the start up, because I'd like to feel better...
Thanks for the reply, Lauren! I'm glad to know that it's working for your intrusive thoughts, because that's a big part of what fuels my (health) anxiety. Constantly scanning my body for aches,...
Hi! Finally decided to start lexapro. My Pdoc prescribed me 10mg and said I could halve the pills and start at 5 mg. so far I've had mixed results, but moslt increased anxiety during the evening...
I weaned off Zoloft about 5 years ago when it started petering out on me mid day. I had a really hard time jumping from 12.5 (was at 50mg initially) and switched over to cymbalta. Looking back, I...
I started 5 going to 10 maybe Friday. I neede the relief! Hoping to feel better soon and hoping you do too!...
Since my anxiety has ramped up, I sometime feel lightheaded or off after eating. It's the worst midday, but can happen in the evenings as well. My Gi Doc also said IBS. To say this is disturbing is...
I feel like I could have written your post word for word! Welcome. I hope that therapy and medication help you find the peace you deserve....
B- I'm right there with you. I'm an RN and have seen almost every doc and the only thing they found was a severely deviated septum and blocked up nose. I'm scheduled for surgery in April with fingers...
I'm so glad you posted this. I started Lexapro on Saturday. My Pdoc prescribed 10 mg daily, but said I could start at 5 mg. the first two days were nothing special, but the last 3 I've noticed a very...
Do your school work and pick one thing to do after that's done. When you get those things done, if you feel like doing more than do it. If not, make a list for tomorrow....
I had the same experience you with PPIs (Prilosec being one). I'd been on them for years but noticed a correlation between an increase in my anxiety and taking them since trying (unsuccessfully) to...
Good luck! I have a lot of the intrusive thoughts as well. I'm curious if your doctor explained why he thought lexapro was the right medication for you. I'm seeing my psychiatrist on Friday and would...
SC- thanks for posting your info! That's exactly what's been happening to me! I also feel a lot of pressure around my eyebrows, like a sinus headache, but my sinuses are clear. And I feel like my...
Good luck! I'll be eager to hear your experience as I am considering starting this med. I hope you're feeling better soon!...
Great news!...
It's so great to hear stories of people beating this! Happy for your wonderful weekend!...
Pain can cause your BP to rise as well as stress. Try taking it first thing in the morning before getting out of bed....
I did a short course of Xanax a few years back as needed for panic attacks when I was going through a rough patch. I liked how it worked and that it was a really good "as needed" medication. I used...
If you can find some elderberry syrup with echinacea, that might help ward off a cold. My daughter is getting over strep. I was sure my son would catch it, but I gave him elderberry syrup twice a day...
I had a BAD day yesterday. Really bad anxiety and obsessive thoughts. This morning while taking my antibiotic and mucinex, I realized I had accidentally taken the mucnex with phenylepherine in it...
Thanks for the responses! I am seeing a great counselor right now. About 1-2 times a month. Re: exercise- I'm laid up with a possible stress fx! Can't run for AT LEAST 2 more weeks until I see ortho...
Hi! I've commented on a few posts over the last week, but haven't formerly said hello. I'll try to give you the condensed form :cool: . I was first started on Zoloft when my daughter was about 18...
Thanks LexiGirl! What I wanted to clarify is that it was the physical withdrawal that happened- like I was actively trying to taper off the med. the only reason I knew it was withdrawal was because I...
I was on Zoloft 50mg for about 3 years or so before I started getting discontinuation sx midway through the day. We tried everything from splitting the dose in two to taking it at different times. I...
I may try this. They have an acupuncturist in our area. I'd be interested to hear the results. I've also considered hypnotherapy. My therapists office offers it....
Hi! I'm weaning off Klonopin as well and my biggest symptoms are fear and GI stuff. I'm down to .25mg at night and haven't made a cut in 2 months I hate the withdrawal so much. It's tough! Harder...
Got in to see the ENT. My turbinates are very enlarged and I have a deviated septum. Pretty much, I'm the worst picture on the "what your nose looks like" chart. My only options are surgical, but we...