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Anyone ever been on Escitalopram/Lexapro & smoke marijuana?

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Going to start up on 10mg of Escitalopram for anxiety, but as of 3 days ago I’ve started smoking an indica strain of Cannabis & it helps me relax & really lets me just chill. Reason why I want to start up on pill is to help in the day & overall help with anxiety. Therapist gave me an okay on my CBD oil but wasn’t sure on cannabis. Anyone???

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I have before while on ssris, for me cannabis made my anxiety worse at times.

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PriscillaB in reply toMike7777

I can see that happening if you end up just zoning in to the things that worry you or burdens/problems. For me so far has really let me focus & enjoy my time with my kids, watch a show. Things my anxiety has made difficult. I’m very new to this level of anxiety so that’s why I’m asking because I obviously can’t go high to work. So I’d love to start up med & smoke on the weekends or at night.

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Mike7777 in reply toPriscillaB

Yea it can definitely help some people, its not as harmful as some think although it is still smoke so not the best for your lungs. I think you should talk to a doctor about your issues and see what they say.

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PriscillaB in reply toMike7777

Thank you! ❤️

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I don't take those meds, I do take hemp oil same beifits without the high and smoke.

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