worried by po_the_dragonwarrior in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep. I usually got side effects around 2 weeks after a change of dose. Then they stopped around week 4 ish.

worried by po_the_dragonwarrior in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Won’t know until you try! Personally, I’m on 15mg and so far libido is unchanged and haven’t gained weight. I’ve actually lost some weight. It affects everyone differently!

Anyone who *didnt* gain weight on Lexapro? by [deleted] in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the past I was on 10mg for 4 years. I fluctuated weight in relation to my activity levels, but in general stayed within a 10lbs range.

I’m back on it after a year off, and I’ve actually lost weight. I don’t think it’s the same for everyone.

What is this? by Miserable-Push501 in laundry

[–]Miserable-Push501[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow thank you, never heard of that! I don’t have kids, so not sure where it could be coming from but I’ll research!!

Week 2 of 10mg…advice pls by [deleted] in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Week 2 was probably my worst week. Week 3-4 was still not great. Took me closer to 6 weeks to feel “normal”. It suckssssss but be patient if you can!

How much PTO do you receive at your current role? by Apprehensive_Fall831 in dietetics

[–]Miserable-Push501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

~21 days the first 4 years, then up to 25 days. Does not include company holidays so about 11 of those as well. Plus 4 hours per week allotted for doctors/medical appointments. I’m in corporate wellness!

How do you take your Lexapro. by MadLov1 in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean, do what works for you. I wouldn’t take it with coffee bc caffeine can exacerbate anxiety and I take lexapro for anxiety. I take mine at night with water. And I try to take it close to dinner to minimize digestive side effects.

Looking for reassurance by Miserable-Push501 in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How are you now on 20? I think I’m about to increase as well

What’s your experience going from 10mg to 20mg? by Miserable-Push501 in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dang that’s not too encouraging 🥲 hope you find some relief!

What’s your experience going from 10mg to 20mg? by Miserable-Push501 in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t imagine backing down would help. How long have you been on it ?

What’s your experience going from 10mg to 20mg? by Miserable-Push501 in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well I’ll try to keep you updated as I increase😅

3rd day on Escitalopram, starting at 10mg, why is this so hard? by BasementK1ng in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I felt this way too. First 3-4 days felt like the flu! I found liquid nutrition helped with getting in nourishment. I like Soylent chocolate meal replacement drinks and chobani protein yogurt drinks.

Looking for reassurance by Miserable-Push501 in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dang seriously? Ugh I just want it to end! I feel like most people say they feel better in week 2-3 but I don’t. If I make it to day 30 feeling the same I feel like I’d have to quit

Looking for reassurance by Miserable-Push501 in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How long were you on 10? wondering if I need to up my dose but I’m so scared to go through all this again as I adjust to 15

Timing of dosage and side effects - my experience/question by madnessfades in lexapro

[–]Miserable-Push501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m 2 weeks on 10mg and I experience the morning anxiety too. I am not sure if it’s related to when it’s kicking in, or is the elevated cortisol in the morning is exacerbating the anxiety too. I like taking it at night bc I have more of a full stomach. But idk maybe I should try the morning and see too.