how do you know if lexapro is working for anxiety

)I’ve tried having a green tea, breathing techniques, but my stomach is still just in knots! Hopefully Lexapro will work as well for you as it did for me :) Keep posting and let us know. I am 40 years old, married 22 years to my wonderful supportive husband, and have a 21 year old daughter. I almost didn't take it at all after reading all the negative boards! Depression is a tough disorder but we are trying to put some fun things on the forum so we have some "feel good" things to read and maybe put a smile on your face.Lexapro,  I tried it but I ended up on Cymbalta. I felt that my sadness, when it came, not every day all day like depression, was appropriate, and was actually glad finally to be able to grieve my dead husband and son, as well as the loss of another loved one. If you feel Lexapro isn't working for you, DO NOT just stop taking it. However, kudos to my dr for finally helping me function. Take it one day at a time, set small goals for yourself. And remember, there’s no shame in doing so. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Not wanting to get up and move-missing the gym. I wrote this post 2 years ago and still take my Lexapro and wouldn’t go without it. I cannot tell you how much better I feel after only a few weeks!

(I can be very abusive when anxiety triggers an outburst). i am glad that it works for you sue. 1. emotional outbreaks which caused anxiety. 73% of African Americans said … Prozac and Lexapro are drugs that treat depression. Today my PCP prescribed lexapro for me. Horrible thoughts plaguing my mind. Pay close attention to your moods for the first few weeks. lexapro will help slightly with the anxiety,not like a xanax will. I'm sleeping deeply. Here’s what you need to know about each medication. Consult your Are you planning to see a doctor about switching your medication?Are you planning to see a doctor about switching your medication?Selected from data included with permission and copyrighted by First Databank, Inc. By the time you get to around 15 you'll stop counting (or at least I did). Its probably not gonna put you to sleep. I read my entire file as an adult. Before using escitalopram, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the drugs you take and if you have any of the following conditions: certain This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy.
Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. Whatever you do if you take it for more than a week do not stop taking it c/t. Nausea gone but still a bit tired.

Also, you may experience symptoms such as mood swings, It may take 1 to 2 weeks to feel a benefit from this drug and 4 weeks to feel the full benefit of this medication.

I noticed a return of anxiety and negative thinking, lack of focus, irritability. I feel better than I have in so many years I can't count.I wanted to write this because I see so much negativity and I'm afraid that others will be afraid to try it who may really need it. Read the Medication Guide and, if available, the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start taking escitalopram and each time you get a refill. They work similarly but have important differences. I'm back at work after not being able to walk outside my house a short 3 months ago. Some medications start working but do not function correctly for your condition. It can take six to eight weeks for the medication to reach full potential, though you could start feeling better before that. Suddenly, my life feels ... good, purposeful and even worth it.My initial plan was to try the drug for 6 mos and wean myself off (if it worked.) Working full time for the past 22 years, has taken its toll. I've been on 10 mg lexapro for a bit, and after the initial side effects (thank you all on here who helped me out/responded to dealing with that), I'm not sure how to gauge how well it's working. Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of side effects will increase. Tip: Count the days on Lexapro. I know drugs work differently for some and others. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Some people react badly to SSRI's.