Posted by bai on May 31, 2006, at 13:57:35
i recently started taking lexapro for help with a 27 year history of GAD and panic disorder. I have tried many Rx's and could not tolerate the side effects. again, I experienced unwanted side effects with this medication: sweating, trouble sleeping, headaches, stomach cramps; but decided to stick with it anyhow. as my blood level started to build up, i noticed that i was bcoming very depressed and angry (something that is not me!). i stopped taking the lexapro three days ago and am experiencing the same side effects experienced upon initial use, but with more anxiety and panic attacks. i was only on the medicine for a few weeks. does anyone know a safer approach to cut down and discontinue this Rx? my pharmacist said he didn't think i should have any problem just stopping it completely, as did the nurse at my doctor's office. i am very angry that my doctor has not taken sufficient time to help me with the withdrawal or detox symptoms i am currently experiencing. i am in college and am afraid this will jepardize my studies. HELP!!
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