I did had the same experience..... took at night then skipped the whole next day and took the following morning. Didn't notice any issues. :tongue:...
Neuro Calm or Calm-PRT. My doctor suggested them. I had to go on Lexapro, my anxiety was too severe but my family takes them. You can find both on Amazon. :smilewinkgrin:...
I also experienced insomnia when I started Lexapro. I switched to morning but it still took about 3 mos before I could sleep regularly. Very frustrating! I think my body became use to it and the...
Good for you! :)...
L-Tryptophan 1G is amazing! I've found it to be more effective than any other supplement. My pysch doc told me about it- he takes it himself. I buy it on Amazon....
I haven't but will. Thank you for the links! :scool:...
You mean Neurologist #8.........so frustrating, huh! I don't think shaking in the knee is normal? I'd try another doc...........
Prayerful, I do that routine every night. Just so you know, the L-Tryptophan and the Mag lotion are the true rock stars. If I wake up in the middle of the night I take an additional L-Tryptophan. I...
Insomnia is the worst!!! I'm a sufferer too. :( Here's what I did: Cleaned up my "sleeping hygiene"-google it-lots of ways to do that. No screens 1 hours before bed. Read or quiet none stressful...
7 Neurologist!!!! So frustrating, I'm sure. :( Let's us know what the doc says. + thoughts your way!...
Good question BC! I'd definitely call the GP. Maybe, they could fit you in earlier? I'm sorry you're struggling. :(...
LC, Thank you for getting back to me. I've been on the fence and was happy to hear that you're having a good experience. I'll look into here. Thanks!!!...
LC, Could you tell me the provider! I live in the IE. Good for you! You could send thru email or just post. :)...
That stinks! I've gone off meds before because I couldn't get in earlier to see the MD. If you do wean down slowly. 7.5mg for a few days....5mg....2.5mg. You might want to ask to speak to your GP's...
Wnat2bcalm, Wean down slowly! I weaned down for a month. I don't miss it??!!! I do drink, one cup, decaf in the am for ritual sake. Good Luck!...
Keep us posted Sallymac, we've been there and are rooting for you!...
I have great results on Lexapro 10mg! I was on for 7 yrs & took a 3 yr break-plan to never do that again-I have my life back. I hope you have the same results! It took 3 weeks before I saw a...
Good for you! I hope you're back to your best self very soon!!!! :turn:...
Suppose to be very bad for us anxious types! I was a coffee addict up until 5/1/15-very proud to say I'm "clean". Took me a yr to get use to the idea that I should quit..... I weaned downed and read...
I take L-tryptophan 2g(Amazing), Melatonin 10mg, Magnesium lotion (look it up on Amazon-it's my rock star). I also cleaned up my sleeping hygiene-more important than any pill! Are you taking Lexapro...
I did the same thing. I couldn't get in at the doc office for 12 days- I was so desperate..... so I took Lexapro 10mg. By the time I saw the doc I was less anxious. I thought he would be upset with...
Perfect place to volunteer! You're going to be so tickled with yourself after you do great. As Hibee said, "Diazepam" as needed. I started volunteering at the public library in the bookstore-I'm the...
You should be "kinda proud of yourself"! Great post. Great idea! :idea:...
I had to take Xanax until my Lexapro kicked in. I haven't needed Xanax since my Lexapro became therapeutic. You could split the Xanax to .25mg-helped me with mild anxiety. I'd take the .5mg for more...
I had to take Xanax daily until my Lexapro kicked in. I noticed mark improvement at 3 weeks. Now I vow never to go off-wonder drug for me. Hang in there. Starting a new med is very hard and scary....
Hello DS, I took Lexapro for 7 yrs. took a 3 yr break and went back on a few mos. ago. The 1st- I was tired, like you, so I took it at night. This go it's causing insomnia so I take in the morning....
Oh no. :( We had to put one of our dogs down 2 yrs ago and I still get so sad thinking about her and how much I loved her. It's so hard! I'm sorry you're going through this....
Good for you! I'm headed in that direction. I'm reading Revive by Frank Lipman. I'll have to try your books too. I stop soda and caffeine this year and feel real proud of myself. Frank Lipman...
Sorry to hear you're having a hard time. :sad: Not the same drug but I was on a high dose of Remeron and I could have crawled out of my skin. Once we dropped the dose I started to feel "normal"...
Good for you NC! Confidence building, huh!...
I did the same thing...... I had to make a check list because I couldn't remember if I took or not. That seems to be working for me. You'll be fine. I agree with the above post....
I just started back(2 mos ago) on Lexapro and the sexual side effects are a major bummer! I tried Viibryd and Remeron first and neither worked for me. I agree with the last post that mentioned adding...
Thanks team forum!...
About 2 mos. ago I was so riddled with anxiety that ordering a meal at a restaurant was nerve racking. The last few weekends I've been to 2 party's. The party last night was my husbands work friends-...
You did great! Hope the HA passed....
So sorry you're having anxiety on your birthday. :cry: Happy Birthday! Maybe Xanax would be good? I hope that you're able to enjoy your fun night at the casino! Anxiety is the worst. ((Hugs))...
I was on Lexapro for 7 yrs. went off for 3 yrs and went back on 5/1/15- I can't believe I ever went off! This drug really agrees with me-10mg. Yes, the sexual side effects are a drag, even for women,...
You were having issue walking down the street-now you're going to packed movie theaters (I know I went to JW too) & doctor appointments like a champ! I agree with the above "detours" are normal....
Great news P12!...
Hugs, Jake's mom! Panic attacks suck! They were acting like mean girls @ church no less. Be kind to yourself. Would it be okay to say you have too much on your plate? :eyes:...
You're funny! Should be a writer- journaling's a good start. Something about putting it on paper releases the grip on the mind....
Very interesting. It sounds like you're doing everything possible to get better-inspiring. Stay present and be kind to yourself....
Great to hear Park! I'm waking up on Lexapro-so annoying! Hopefully, we're still in the adjustment phase. It is great to hear your husband noticed improvement....
It sounds like you really don't want to drink. I vote for a nonalcoholic beverage....
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...
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...
Pulling for the whole family. That's a lot to handle for anyone. Stay in the moment, if possible....
Ditto NC65! Thank you for all the warm support you give several times daily!...
Way to go, Park!...
I'll be busy for the next yr with this list. Thanks!...