Starting Lexapro

[Kongking]

Starting lexapro 5mg,more anxious,sick stomach. How long to improve if it does?

[Kongking]

thanks nursegirl!! 3 doses. starting to feel like a baby,think i tolerate discomfort pretty well,but the anxiety increases dramatically along with immediate bowel problems,tried different non benzos to counteract but not helping. Trazodone possibly an option?

[nursegirl6572]

Well, then give your doctor a call.  If the side effects are that severe and intolerable, you will probably need to go to Plan B, which may be to try a different medication all together.

How many doses have you taken?

[Kongking]

For me they are unbearable,have tried on 10mg now 5mg. Can't stand the thought of taking another pill and losing another day to this misery

[nursegirl6572]

Here's one of your last threads that would be relevant for you:

http://www.medhelp.org/posts/Anxiety/lexapro-increased-my-anxiety/show/2093970#post_9931328

The most common "start up" side effects are a "jittery"/"keyed up" feeling, an increase in anxiety, GI disturbances (nausea, sometimes vomiting, diarrhea, lack of appetite), sleep disturbances, headaches.

The side effects usually start to improve after a week or two, then completely resolve shortly thereafter.  I know it isn't easy, but it's best to be patient and give it some time.  It's not common to feel a little worse before you feel better.  Keep your doc informed also.

Keep in touch!