Unexpected Results from Taking Lexapro

I started Lexapro a little over a week ago, and it's almost like it started working better and faster than expected - I feel like I should be happy but it's a little unexpected?

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butterfly87

11mo ago

I'm on day 8, and overall, I feel great. I feel more calm, less irritable, happier, and more pep. I do occasionally get dizzy, kind of zoned out here and there, and I am tired throughout the day, but not exhausted (thankfully). My fingers are crossed 🤞 that the good continues.

Mashka

1y ago

It's not supposed to make you feel "happy", it just helps your brain balance itself out completely. You could still get depressed or angry, but it will feel more natural. The med kicks in sooner for some than others, or vice versa

j_Bug

1y ago

there's definitely something to be said for the relief and comfort of knowing you're getting help! I love Lexapro, it's been such a huge help for me

anotherlostsoul

1y ago

How many mgs are u guys on??

Ceig

1y ago

10mg

MangoNari

1y ago

I have been taking it for a week and a half now, and I know it can take a couple of weeks, but it did make me feel calmer... however I believe it has been what was giving me a constant headache. I skipped my dose last night, and no headache yet...

j_Bug

1y ago

it def took me a little bit to adjust, for me it was all over achy and nauseous for the first week or so. I hope your side effects fade soon!

Niyaa

1y ago

I started taking it but it made me feel way too high. So I started taking it when ik the next day I would have to be around a lot of people or felt like on a verge of a melt down. But it is a good thing to take

aigh23

1y ago

yeah I get that - I'm just trying to see how it goes for the next few weeks and work out where to go from there

Ceig

1y ago

It has stopped my anxiety attacks and night terrors

Valor

1y ago

mine too. It also makes me feel calmer.

aigh23

1y ago

I'm glad to hear that :) do any of the side effects bother you much?

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