Posted by pharmrep on November 20, 2002, at 12:46:25
In reply to Should I suggest a switch from Celexa to Lexapro?, posted by Roman on November 20, 2002, at 12:23:36
> I'm planning on talking with my doc about the switch due to daytime fatigue on Celexa 40 mg. I tried taking it a night, but it caused insomnia.
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> What do you all think? Is the switch a smart move?
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> I've been on Celexa for a few months and it helps with depression, but I can't continue this sleeping 12 hours a day and still feeling tired!
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> Also, what is the equivalent dose of Lexapro to 40 mg Celexa? I've read both 10 and 20 mg were correct.
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> Thanks for your input.******** 10mg of lex is similar to 40mg celexa. it is the starting and maintenance dose, and so far seems to cause less insomnia and somnolence that celexa (and other ssri's too). if celexa was doing the job, but with just the sleep issue, lexapro should be a good fit. Lex has only been out since 9/5/02 and that is why your dr didnt offer it then..., ask your dr. if you can try 10mg...keep us posted.
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