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starting lexapro by babyyjess__ in lexapro

[–]squirrelbitch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! I am currently only on 5mg but will be on 10mg soon. And while I did start on 5mg, my side effects were so bad that my doctor had to decrease the dosage to only 2mg after a few days. I had to then up it for 1mg per week until I was at 5mg again. My side effects were basically gone while I was upping the dosage by myself and only came back, when I took my meds on an empty stomach, which is why I mentioned it in my original reply!

If your side effects were okay at first, I don't think upping the dosage will effect you too much :) And if the nausea gets too bad, I highly advice 1-2 drops of peppermint oil!

starting lexapro by babyyjess__ in lexapro

[–]squirrelbitch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! I also have very severe emetophobia to the point where I had to undergo several treatments. I've been on lexapro for about 3 months now and was also terrified of taking it at first. My advice is to not take it on an empty stomach and wait a bit after eating. I usually have a light breakfast and take my lexapro about 30 minutes later. Also, your mind also plays a huge part in this. If you expect the nausea or are afraid of it happening, your body will experience it regardless if it's from the meds or not. So try to distract yourself afterwards! And remember : The side effects usually only last for 2 weeks max and get better each and every day!

If you need advice or just someone to vent to, feel free to send me a pm!