Posted by KathrynLex on March 10, 2004, at 18:33:48
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? » LynneDa, posted by susielalala on March 10, 2004, at 17:49:15
Hi Susie,
Unfortunately, Lexapro can cause panic attacks for the first few weeks that you take it. (Read the package insert, it says that it can increase anxiety.) The good news is that it's a side effect that goes away once your body adjusts to the new medication. In the meantime, I've found that Xanax, Lorazepam or Klonopin is very helpful in stopping/lessening an attack.
I had a panic attack a little while ago and took .25 mgs for it...worked like a charm. I was back in bed, sound asleep and VERY comfortable within half an hour. And yes, I felt a little drained the next day. Panic attacks are exhausting!
You're mood might fluctuate a little in the next couple of weeks...but as time passes, your mood will improve and your anxiety/depression will decrease considerably. I still get anxious or depressed once in a great while but it's much easier to cope with. I'm very grateful to have found Lexapro.
I hope all of this is helpful and encouraging. We've all gone through an adjustment period on Lexapro, and I can assure you you're not alone.
K.
poster:KathrynLex
thread:109458
URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/20040308/msgs/323042.html