Posted by KathrynLex on March 9, 2004, at 16:52:21
In reply to another bad day..., posted by wantinfo on March 9, 2004, at 15:45:28
Hi Emily,
Just wondering...how often did you have panic attacks before starting Lexapro? It's possible that your lex dose just isn't high enough to prevent you from having panic attacks.
When I was still having attacks on Lexapro, I thought it was the medication causing them so I was afraid to increase. But I learned that it was just me and not the Lex!
In my experience, the lower doses seem to work well for depression but a higher dose is needed to treat anxiety. Also, didn't you say you were on Xanax? Maybe ask your doc about taking a larger dose during the day, that might help.
Panic attacks are awful. I wouldn't wish them on my worst enemy. You WILL get better and lead a normal life. Do something relaxing...have a warm bubble bath or make a bowl of hot soup. You're in my prayers.
K.
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