I've been on Lexepro for almost a year. I've been taking 30 mg for a while now. I got a few questions:
1. Is is normal to have a large loss of interest in sex?
2. When is the soonest time I could start to reduce the dose to get off of it?
3. Are the withdrawal symptoms difficult?
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I use to take Lexapro. Here is some information I found.
Take Lexapro exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from the medication.
Take each dose of Lexapro with a full glass of water.
Try to take the medicine at the same time each day. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
To be sure you get the correct dose of liquid Lexapro, measure the liquid with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
It may take 4 weeks or longer before you start feeling better. Do not stop using Lexapro without first talking to your doctor. You may have unpleasant side effects if you stop taking this medication suddenly. Store Lexapro at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one as directed. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Lexapro side effects may include:
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feeling nervous, restless, or unable to sit still;
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headache, trouble concentrating;
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drowsiness, dizziness;
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sleep problems (insomnia);
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nausea, diarrhea, heartburn;
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weight changes;
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decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm; or
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dry mouth, ringing in your ears.
And so yes, it is normal to have loss of interest in sex.
You will have to talk to your doctor of decreasing the dose.
Everyone is different. Don't stop taking it like your suppose to unless your doctor says you can.
With the withdrawal symptoms, it affects everyone differently.
I didn't have any withdrawal symptoms.
I hope I helped.
Take Care
Kendra <3
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Like miss ellie said: Easy answer: CALL YOUR DOCTOR with these important questions.
1. YES
2. You NEED your Doctor to tell you the answer.
3. You NEED your Doctor to tell you the answer.
We can't answer these very life/death questions.
CALL YOUR DOCTOR♥