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Benedictus1982
Benedictus1982
So I called the dr. Today. I've been having really bad anxiety since the doc uppedy lexapro from 20 to 30mg for anxiety. I felt I was doing ok on what I was taking and now then I just kinda started to spiral into an anxiety cycle. I just feel so icky. So I called the doc to let him know how I am feeling since the increase. The last time I spoke to him he told me he was going to put me mood stabilizers if the antidepressants don't work...that scares the hell out of me...I just want to feel better.
Tamara999
Tamara999
I am on mood stabilizers. If you have any questions about them or a certain one just ask.

Recently went on Luvox for OCD, Anxiety, BED. Not noticing any difference yet. It has "only" been 2-3 weeks. Seeing pdoc this week to see if we can up the dose.

I was on Lexapro (don't remember the dose) and didn't notice it helping my OCD, Anxiety until I went off it. Then, boy did I notice.

Hope this helps.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am going through the same thing, unfortunately when you start the anxiety cycle, it takes a little work to get you adjusted. Be patient, I know that's hard to do, I have to keep telling myself the same thing. Don't be afraid of the medication, especially if it helps.
mginmn
mginmn
It takes a little time for the extra med or for a new med to kick in. I don't know the time frame you're discussing, but it's possible the upped lex. and your painful anxiety attacks are not related. In addition to lex, I take anafranil for my obsessive thinking. Millions of folks are on meds, and probably millions more should be. It's nothing to be ashamed of. And if the mood stabilizer does not work, you can always go off it. A lot of people find their antidepressant needs an extra boost.

I hope you get the answers you need and have a good day.