Took it

Hey Friends, I took it! I finally took it! I was prescribed 10 mg but I took 2.5 mg and will be taking that for the rest of the week. So far just trying to remain calm and not be paranoid about the side effects I may experience if I experience any. Wish me luck

[Sillysausage234]

Hi, good for you,hope you keep taking it and it lifts your mood.

[Hidden in reply to Sillysausage234]

Thanks Alan I hope it does too

Xoxo

[Sillysausage234 in reply to Hidden]

Your welcome don’t worry about possible side effects just concentrate on getting yourself out of your current panic mode state of mind for a few weeks then assess things again ,best wishes.

[Rotor15]

You should be fine Lexapro is a pretty good SSRI with minimal side effects. I have taken it with no major issues. Most common side effects could possibly be some weight gain and decreased labido. Once again possibly so don’t get worried. I didn’t notice these. If you take 2.5 for 7 days then start 10mg that’s a good start positive thoughts

[Allaznreject]

Don’t worry about the small side effects. Your dosage is so low! Baby steps will get you to the finish line. We’re all cheering for you!!!!!

[fauxartist]

May I ask why you are not taking the dosage your doctor prescribed for you to take. And if it's because of a fear of side effects....did you ask your doctor about all of this....

if your not taking the prescribed dosage....did you discuss this with your doctor as well because it takes a couple of weeks in some cases to begin to feel the effects, and if your not taking what your supposed to be taking....you may not be getting the intended benefit...I would think your doctor should be consulted.

[Hidden in reply to fauxartist]

I wouldn’t be taking the 2.5 if I hadn’t talked with my doctor. I want to work myself up to 10 mg. I know how my body works

[fauxartist in reply to Hidden]

oh.... got ya, sorry.... I didn't see that the doctor okayed you taking a lesser amount as I only read that you said in your post;; I was prescribed 10 mg but I took 2.5 mg'.... best wishes and hope it all works out well for you.

[Hidden in reply to fauxartist]

How did the 2.5 work for you?

[Crazycatlady66]

I know the feeling girl… I’ve been on medication for a year now only because I finally decided I hated feeling so blue down and moody all the time for years and years!! I like taking natural things so I was really opposed to medication but I felt like I was at my ropes end and it was time to do something about it! So far so good! Just trying to get a regimen that works! Blessings on your journey my friend!