Posted by 88ivories on April 3, 2003, at 13:52:42
In reply to Advice please...., posted by jdgal on April 3, 2003, at 11:46:47
> Does ANYONE know how long is takes Lexapro to completly get out of your system? I took it for 4 weeks and have been off for 3 weeks, I feel very shakey , loss of concentration, and memory and still extremly hazy, I really need some advice before I lose my mind, I just want to be "me" again
Hello...I can relate to withdrawals as I have been down this path several times in the last 7 years. I had to go cold turkey due to unexpected pregnancy and once for other reasons. Not with Lexapro, but with Luvox (another SSRI). Withdrawals are not fun and do take time. Your doc may be able to prescribe you a mild benzo to help - but ONLY use it short term - a week or less. Try to have someone for support and do light activities that don't stress you but take your mind off your feelings. Sometimes getting in bed with a good movie is great. When I went cold turkey off 200mg Luvox/can't remember how much Klonopin, I was in bed for almost 8 days. The GOOD NEWS: It will only get better! Regards..
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