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Success in quitting antidepressants?
Posted on 11/24/20 at 5:43 pm
Posted on 11/24/20 at 5:43 pm
Has anyone in here had success weaning off Lexapro after using it for an extended amount of time?
I’ve been on it for a little over a year after being diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder. I discussed getting off the medication with my doctor as I do feel improvement and believe there may not be a need to take it any longer. I feel my anxiety has been reduced since being on the medication, running and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She agrees.
I guess what I’m asking is how did you know it was time and has it worked out for the best for you? My concern is quitting the medication and having the extreme panic come back later.
I’ve been on it for a little over a year after being diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder. I discussed getting off the medication with my doctor as I do feel improvement and believe there may not be a need to take it any longer. I feel my anxiety has been reduced since being on the medication, running and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She agrees.
I guess what I’m asking is how did you know it was time and has it worked out for the best for you? My concern is quitting the medication and having the extreme panic come back later.
This post was edited on 11/24/20 at 7:07 pm
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Posted on 11/24/20 at 6:07 pm to Donka Doo Balls
It’s not good to get on and off I’ve heard. But I did it with Paxil. Lexapro had me feeling crazy lol. But I’m back on Paxil now. I guess just wean off slowly.
Posted on 11/24/20 at 8:14 pm to Donka Doo Balls
They’re not meant to be long term meds. Trust the doc. You’ll be fine. You have the tools now to cope.
Posted on 11/25/20 at 2:06 pm to Donka Doo Balls
I was on several different antidepressants and anxiolytics for 15 years. I got off all medications 2 years ago because I was tired of not feeling like myself. Best decision I ever made!
I increased my exercise, started getting more sunshine and vitamin D. I also got blood work done to make sure my thyroid and vitamin D levels were normal as they are big causes of depression. I have never felt better. Despite what many say, it can be done!
Best of luck to you.
I increased my exercise, started getting more sunshine and vitamin D. I also got blood work done to make sure my thyroid and vitamin D levels were normal as they are big causes of depression. I have never felt better. Despite what many say, it can be done!
Best of luck to you.
Posted on 11/25/20 at 3:14 pm to quail man
Listen to quail man. He's the neighborhood shrink/running stud. Guy knows his stuff 
Posted on 11/25/20 at 7:45 pm to Donka Doo Balls
Work with your doctor. If your doctor won’t work with you, find another doctor. Don’t stop on your own.
Posted on 11/25/20 at 8:50 pm to LSU Patrick
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LSU Patrick
I feel like you and I would be pretty good friends if it weren't for our collegiate fandom. We share almost all the same beliefs sans college football.
Posted on 11/26/20 at 10:19 am to Donka Doo Balls
Very slow wean.
It can be done and it sounds like youve got a system in place that will help support your coming off of them
It can be done and it sounds like youve got a system in place that will help support your coming off of them
Posted on 11/26/20 at 11:01 am to Donka Doo Balls
Im too afraid to stop taking mine
Posted on 11/26/20 at 1:52 pm to Donka Doo Balls
I'm planning on getting off lexapro soon, but will follow my doctor's directions
Posted on 11/26/20 at 6:07 pm to Donka Doo Balls
If you quit all your symptoms will reemerge. A lot of people take antidepressants. Mild to no side affects. If that's all you have I would just stay on it.
Posted on 11/27/20 at 2:51 am to rebel cat
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If you quit all your symptoms will reemerge. A lot of people take antidepressants. Mild to no side affects. If that's all you have I would just stay on it.
Yikes.
Posted on 11/27/20 at 2:51 am to MontyFranklyn
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Im too afraid to stop taking mine
Why?
Posted on 11/27/20 at 6:38 am to Donka Doo Balls
Weaned off twice with zero side effects. Both times had been on it for 6 months or more, dosage ranged from 10-20 milligrams during that time. Sounds like you’re doing everything the right way, no need to be afraid if you’re following your doctor’s advice and weaning off slowly. You can always go back on it if needed.
Posted on 11/27/20 at 2:26 pm to Mo Jeaux
If he’s on a high dose I would check with you’re doctor before getting off. If it’s at the lowest dose then just stop taking it or cut it in half, taper down.
You will be so miserable if you stop taking it at a higher dose. I did this with Zoloft years ago. Absolutely the sickest I’ve ever been.
You will be so miserable if you stop taking it at a higher dose. I did this with Zoloft years ago. Absolutely the sickest I’ve ever been.
This post was edited on 11/27/20 at 2:33 pm
Posted on 11/28/20 at 8:01 am to rebel cat
I’m on 20mg right now and currently alternating one day on one day of for 2 weeks followed by one day on two days off for another 2 weeks. This was recommended by my doctor.
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