Posted by Mariposa on September 10, 2003, at 14:14:47
In reply to Re: Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by Concerned Mom_FL on September 10, 2003, at 13:30:29
> My 17 year old son has been on Lexapro for several months now. He sleeps almost continuously, has no energy and becomes angry very easily. The medicine has helped somewhat with the depression and anxiety he was experiencing. My question to all of you is this, if you miss a single dose of the medicine does it have a great affect on you? On three separate occasions my son has forgotten to take his mediciation at night and had a severe reaction. He either becomes excessively angry where I almostcalled the police or he shakes and cries uncontrollably. I am trying to determine if this is normal. Today for instance, we had to pick him up from school because he had an anxiety attack and started crying uncontrollably and shaking. He says he forgot to take his pill last night, he is on 20 mg, and that nothing in particular triggered the episode that he can think of. I do know he and his girlfriend had been arguing yesterday afternoon. I am seriously considering having him gradually reduce the dosage and come of the meds. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
I have been on Lex 6 mos. now @ 20mg. I have forgotten to take my meds twice, and both times I felt REALLY bad the next day. I have not had major anxiety, and only minor depression since week 4. I am by no means an expert nor do I want to advise on this matter, but to me it does not seem that the Lexapro is working properly for your son, you should seek professional guidance on this.
Best of luck to you both!~~~8|8
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