KenJen - Lexapro

[KenJen]

Thank you for your replies and encouragement.  Ken did see the doc today and got Lexapro. He drove to the doctor (just down the street)which was a step toward freedom.  I know it will be a day by day adventure. It is nice to have someone to talk to. Thank you KenJen

[amymeri]

Lexapro seems to be a good drug with some of the fewest side effects and drug-drug interactions. Just remember that it can take some time to kick in!  I am so glad Ken addressed the issue early on!  I hope he is feeling much better soon.

Amy

[Kathleen_Mc]

KenJen: Just to be sure you are aware, like many anti-depressant of the SSRI family,this drug can cause dizziness and ringing in the ears and it can take 6-8 weeks for the full effect to be felt (my experience is sometimes it can be as long as 4 weeks before the person feels any different or thier family observe any improvement in symproms). Try to remind you husband he is recovering from a major illness and to get rest, things will improve in time. Kathleen

[Boppie]

Note:  When a person is ready to get off Lexapro, a tapering dosage regime should be followed carefully.  It does work well and takes time to get the dosage right.  I am not a doctor or nurse...just know about this drug.