Posted by mph-speedy on September 25, 2003, at 11:29:15
In reply to Don't know what to do , posted by txngrrl on September 24, 2003, at 18:58:08
> Ahhh. I have tried to conquer my anxiety now for over a year and have finally given up and went to the doctor who I have been to before, when i was younger. Anyway, I was more than willing to try this Lexapro when he prescribed it. Anyway, I got home and my ever so supporting bf is VERY against me taking this b/c he thinks anything can be overcome with willpower, but anyway, he showed me these sites where about 20 people posted that really bad things happened to them when they were taking this, including massive weight gain. Anyway, I know taht with all medications there are risks of side effects, and i was just wondering if anyone on here has had any adverse side effects that were severe and were constant. If someone would respond that'd really help me. I'm just scared now and don't really know what to do. Thanks.
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> ~scared but willing~I say try it. I had very good experience with feeling better right away .... have been on for two months + and continue to improve. Had lost weight before Lex and have lost another 5 lbs. since being on it. I think because I overeat when I'm depressed it's had this good effect. Less craving for carbs as well. You will have to drink ALOT of water. I have been very thirsty and as a result spend a bit of time in the bathroom, but well worth it.
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