Lexapro

[@sonofpait1310]

I think the problem is we evolved to be living a simple life hunting and gathering living in small communities. Instead we're in this big clusterfuck of products, technology making us hate ourselves and driving us apart, and a never ending drive to work ourselves to death to buy shit we don't really need. I think sometimes the only true answer to my anxiety issues would be buy a plot of land off grid, get as self sufficient as possible, and just enjoy my life with my family with very minimal things.

[@jcbanbury]

You said it. I live in london uk and feel the loneliest I have EVER felt in my life. I dont have any friends in this city of over 12 million I think. How pathetic is that. People are too busy. People dont even look at each other. I feel I want to move to the coast near the ocean or similar.

[@lacandela69]

Facts

[@elijahford2943]

I agree

[@JT-2000]

It's like I'm reading my own thoughts ... You have hit the nail on the head my friend. We (in the west) are imprisoned by a system we are conditioned to perpetuate. And that prison is called capitalism.

[@charlessmith424]

Owen Benjamin. The OG goat

[@IfSheWants]

This is the only SSRI that has ever worked for me. It literally helped me regain my desire to fight for staying alive after almost two decades of unrelenting and overwhelming depression and anxiety. I am happy to endure the minimal side affects to be alive.

[@fishfire_2999]

You said it ,it's all about the fight ,for over a decade I was completely lost in the fog until one day I convinced myself I needed to toughen up also to just stop being so nice when it wasn't necessary not over night but in time I began to rebuild myself and actually feel like I was at least as good as everyone else 😊✌️

[@garysimone4977]

@@fishfire_2999 ya so right

[@garysimone4977]

If it works for u great ya lucky

[@michelekisly2535]

Good for you!

[@gregorymalchuk272]

Does it help with energy and motivation?

[@FatimaMD7]

This medication saved my life. I restored peace and sanity I never thought I’d ever have again in my life.

[@Adam.fadi12]

How?

[@abdulwahidnagi861]

Thats a beautiful way of describing this medicine

[@danmcdaid]

I'm really glad this worked for you. Fluoxetine got me through some very tough times indeed.

[@danmcdaid]

​@@Adam.fadi12it alleviated her depression.

[@tomsgirl4033]

I've been taking 10mgs .Half at 10a.m with breakfast and half at 2p.m. with lunch. I've been on it three weeks. I was very depressed, anxious,and had practically stopped eating. I feel so much better. I actually got up off the couch and started feeling better the first day. It has saved my life.

[@DeLuca101]

Are you still feeling that way?

[@Carloshernade]

@@DeLuca101 my mum's in the emergency due to this drug

[@angelavictoria8558]

@@Carloshernade I’m sorry to hear that! Did she have a bad reaction?

[@Carloshernade]

@@angelavictoria8558 thanks Angela she's fine now, posted the comment to meirly warn people, her sodium levels dropped very suddenly from it and had a few seizures along the way. She was able to be discharged after about 3 days but was very scary!

[@angelavictoria8558]

@@Carloshernade That’s very scary! My mom had a seizure from Prozac 😔 Did she discontinue using Lexapro? Thank you for replying!

[@kryptophiliac4994]

So my blood pressure went out if control recently and coincidentally after getting the covid vaccine, I am also a medical worker working short staffed at hospital during pandemic under extreme stress. I don't drink or smoke and never have. I am against psychiatric drugs unless under extreme circumstances. That said my blood pressure was 188/119 suddenly while working. I went to doctor and they gave me an as needed blood pressure med and strongly encouraged a small dose of Lexapro saying it's been known to help blood pressure. Anyway I was skeptical and hesitant. So I took the blood pressure med and watched..My systolic top number came down but my diastolic was still in the high 90s. Because I know the dangers of having consistent high blood pressure. I decided to take half of the 5mg dose just to see what it did. It worked it brought my bottom number down to 80. I also was able to sleep and relax like I hadn't in weeks. For me so far it left me impressed.

[@zodiusracemosis]

I've been on it 15 years works wonders

[@zodiusracemosis]

@@Natalie82170 no the doctors wanted me to take 20mg but I've never noticed a difference between 10mg or 20mg. I take 10mg once a day and I'll be happy to take it the rest of my life if I have to, it's worked wonders for my life and I had SEVERE panic attacks and depression. I also take ativan before bed.

[@Natalie82170]

@@mikel4526 So really? Now you admit but deleted your comment about being a former cocaine addict and you are calling me an addict when I have NEVER done drugs, meaning street drugs. Wow, ok......It's called libel.

[@Natalie82170]

@@mikel4526 Yes, you said cocaine. Several drugs??? Thyroid meds you idiot

[@Natalie82170]

You said you kept the conversation. Post it. I said nothing about taking anything but Lexapro and thyroid meds.

[@jimmyjames7683]

@@mikel4526 You sound like Alex Jones.

[@corymodzeleski7191]

I was on it for a couple years, I have Schizoaffective Disorder (depressive type), it worked good for a long time but eventually stopped working. I was then switched to Trintellix, which also stopped working for me. Now I'm on Wellbutrin and that's the best one for me. That's the one that doesn't stop working.

[@gregorymalchuk272]

How long did it take for the wellbutrin to take effect?

[@corymodzeleski7191]

@@gregorymalchuk272 You know Gregory I'm having a hard time remembering that because it has been a long time since I got put on it. But I wanna say I think it was about a week or two.

[@tana2183]

Yes it stops working!

[@Countraccoonula]

I just started, day four. I've really had a tough time for most of my adult life. Depression and anxiety have ruled the roost, I'm really hoping to get ahold of them.

[@lizbeth.gonzalez]

How are you now? Are you still on lexapro???

[@danmcdaid]

Hope it worked out for you.

[@BalkanDeputy]

I love this guy. Straight talk no B.S.

[@mannychacon6828]

I’m 33 I take gaba. Also Gababentin. L Theanine and Lexapro. I’ve had anxiety depression racing mind. I seem to feel ok now. I try to research my symptoms and see what natural supplements I can take. I was on fentanyl for 13 years I’m 165 days clean. With the stack I take I finally feel normal. But I do feel some type of uplifting buzz. My sleep is better my thinking is better. My mood is better. I can finally feel normal.

[@nota7660]

Congratulations!!!❤

[@cr-nd8qh]

Try some gummies. They help me

[@aureliam3628]

Lexapro saved me from suicide... Helps me with my major depression disorder that I cannot control.. it balances my brain . I was against the antidepressant. But when I decided that I wanna die I said... well I can try this pill what do I have to lose. Best decision of my life..

[@shayansh1559]

Does it has any sexual side?

[@aureliam3628]

@@shayansh1559 for me, no

[@notarussianbot9435]

So glad you got out of that mental state. Wish you the best!

[@AdelaTR]

How you doing? Im on day 26 slowly increased to 7.5mg for anxiety and suicidal depression 😣

[@aureliam3628]

@@AdelaTR I am still on them. I'm good thanks to it. I would also recommend you magnesium. Preferably magnesim chelate/glycinate, it will help alot with your body adjusting, and b vitamins.

[@gillianm9185]

I've been on it for a few years now and I can say it works but at times it feels as if it's no longer working.

[@horizontoday7874]

Up your dose

[@DeLuca101]

Upped my dose and it was horrible after 2 weeks. I waited till 6 weeks and I was in the worse flight or fight state.

[@Vestu]

@@DeLuca101 and how are you doing now?

[@DeLuca101]

@@Vestu i lowered it back to my original dose of 10mg. Im doing better for sure. I think there was situational anxiety and another medicine that it was interacting with that made it so terrible.

[@Vestu]

@@DeLuca101 okay that's good to hear. I'm glad to hear you're doing better. Wishing all the best and good things your way 🙂 (and mine lol)

[@troybonner91]

It’s like a therapist once told me. They have to give a diagnosis (i.e. generalized anxiety disorder) in order for insurance to cover therapy. And a person may genuinely need a therapist to talk to, even if they don’t have a DSM5 diagnosis. The same is true in medical billing. Insurance companies require diagnoses for treatment. Just having symptoms isn’t enough. So if inaccurate diagnoses weren’t given, a lot of people would fall through the cracks. But too many people identify with their damn diagnosis like it’s a badge.

[@mohammadkhadra2604]

Lexapro was the second most commonly prescribed SSRI in the USA in 2019 and the 19th most commonly prescribed drug in the USA in 2019.

[@DeLuca101]

Theres a suprise

[@jcbanbury]

What's the most common in USA overall?? Prozac??

[@bertothedon]

Noticed the change in mental stability almost immediately. Grateful for it.

[@quinadams3181]

how are you doing now?

[@bertothedon]

Lexapro was great had no symptoms whatsoever.

[@quinadams3181]

@@bertothedon glad to hear! thanks for answering ☺

[@janetsoto1805]

Love how you explain each medication ❤

[@leahsmith2078]

What I experienced during several years of Lexapro: Decreased libido Very decreased social anxiety Decreased emotions both pos and neg Decreased taste sensitivity About ten pound weight gain Shaking, sweating, weight loss, bad anxiety when weaning off Dry mouth Drowsiness Constipation more often More at ease in general

[@Србомбоница86]

What was your dosage ?

[@leahsmith2078]

Србомбоница 10 mg

[@silvesterutd9369]

Search "PSSD" on Google.

[@leahsmith2078]

@Marcelina Luna I gained when on the med, and lost when I weaned off of it :)

[@internetperson9121]

Lexapro has given me the shits for years. It’s quite crippling to a person’s social life to have explosive diarrhea every day, so I’m weaning off

[@NickyGi]

First of all each medication works different in each individual,you have to try many different medications to find the the one that works for you Secondly two individuals may have very similar symptoms but two different mental disorders Finally,if someone didn’t respond to escitalopram does not mean that the medication does not work,it means that the medication did not work for the specific human being,as I said everyone reacts different to each drug.

[@anthonyshaw8698]

Exactly!!! Lexapro works great for me. So glad my doctor prescribed this for me. And I'm not really into taking medications, but this one does wonders so far.

[@debbietaylor20]

I went through hell on zoloft . Real hell . Then went on prozac as had it before no problems but this time lasted a week because of panic attacks and night sweats so I'm.real scared to take another one , I'm 58 .

[@anthonyshaw8698]

@@debbietaylor20 I'm 63. Been on Lexapro for 4 months now. Love it!! Changed my life. 1st 2 or 3 weeks was a little rough. Smooth sailing after that!

[@mickcv4554]

This is like watching a video in science class in high school but way more interesting topic

[@zippeduniform3]

Thank you so much doctor! Very informative indeed.

[@ashraf.zinda92]

Affected with illness activity Fear of illness esp heart related Started Lexapro Day 1- nothing Day 2- minor sleep problem, dry mouth Day 3- severe insomnia and anxiety spiked to high Day 4- similar to day 3 along with moderate loss of appetite Day5- anxiety some what reduced and sleeping problem slowing recovers Day 6- only mild anxiety and sleeping good now Day 7- is today awaiting

[@trydowave]

And now?

[@Bishopmooremusic]

I've been on 5mg for 4 weeks and then 10mg for about a week so almost 5 in total. Still not feeling much better, notice little glimpses every now and then but still rough social anxiety and depression. I know it takes time but most people say 3-4 weeks. A little discouraged by not fitting into that category at the same amount of time. Anyone else had it take longer for them and still find success just a late bloomer?

[@americafirst9699]

Don't worry about it keep it up. I've been on it now for one month. I have very bad vertigo tinnitus that drives my anxiety up. Went from a 8 to about a 5. It works. Good luck.

[@BalkanDeputy]

Dr Ken Landow, Passed away 2022 at age 72. RIP you were the Best.

[@lovecraftscat5044]

The general understanding of this drug, or any drug, in the scientific community and our personal anecdotes as patients don’t contradict each other. I have not experienced a lot of negative side effects that he mentioned, but I still understand that it is important to note every effect and the whole truth, as well as gather different perspectives. Science works through collaboration, so our input as patients matter greatly. We are agents of science, not subjects of it.

[@cactuskat333]

The withdrawal cold turkey was the worst experience ever after taking it everyday. The worst

[@cactuskat333]

@FROY I took it over a year. I felt bad my husband lost his job I was looking for house keeping around my neighborhood pretty terrible feeling like that while trying not to lose your house

[@stephaniedegange2737]

you must taper slowly...

[@1MNUTZ]

How are you doing now ? I also went cold turkey withdrawal 4 and half months of hell then reinstated it at .5mg to deal with the withdrawals. Still not feeling right after 10 days back on but have seen major improvement in withdrawal symptoms. Depression still clear as day tho

[@fishfire_2999]

@@cactuskat333 must have been horrible God bless you .

[@cactuskat333]

I'm doing alot better these days I dont miss it

[@carlito311]

Interesting video... I disagree with many of his points though. It's simply incorrect that Lexapro is "not much better than placebo." There are numerous studies that show there is a significant improvement for anxiety and depression compared to placebo. Seems like this doctor just has something against SSRIs, it's just his opinion.

[@jcbanbury]

My experience with SSRI is awful so dont blame him.

[@slawssson9447]

While true it is his opinion, most SSRIs are only effective 30-50% of the time in drug trials, and if in this case 30% had a similar response to placebo then one could conclude it is similarly effective. But youre right it is his opinion and what conclusions should be drawn are up for debate lol

[@troybonner91]

Results of studies are based on averages. Individual experiences can vary from the average.

[@internetperson9121]

What he said is true of the scientific studies - whether you agree or not has no bearing on the study or his statement. Please educate yourself.

[@carlito311]

⁠@@internetperson9121I am educated. SSRIs are superior to placebo. I’m not saying they work for everybody, but his statement that Lexapro is similar to placebo is FALSE. Go educate yourself on randomized controlled trials, read a few on Lexapro before you tell someone with a background in healthcare to educate themselves.

[@TheSkinnyFairy]

Thanks for explaining very well. Is it possible for people with PMDD to use it only the 2 weeks before the period every months

[@paulsharkey6576]

Lexapro saved me.

[@terimurphy4009]

Has anyone found a 5 mg more effective than 10mg for anxiety. Or am I just imagining it.

[@petermaclauren2788]

Yes! I thought I was the only one.

[@simonprivate5131]

No. 5 not enough, 20 too much, 10mg is perfect for me

[@LeonidSpartanKing]

For me yes:)

[@ESPN5150]

5 mg is ok, 10 mg is best for me, to be honest 20 mg was making me gay

[@thetank971]

@@ESPN5150 lmfao 😂

[@billydebianchi]

It has helped me very much w panic disorder but the weight gain is crazy

[@silvesterutd9369]

Search "PSSD" on Google !

[@j.r.varona5709]

Ok I thought it was only me. I’ve been on it 4 weeks. And I’m hungrier than normal. I watch what I eat and exercise. My doctor said it’s not common to gain weight! Ugh!

[@billydebianchi]

@@j.r.varona5709 most gp doctors say that but yet everyone gains weight lol. I talked with a psychiatrist and she admitted that there's weight gain. Apparently it makes you crave carbs, sugar, etc and you lose the thermogenesis in your body that burns fat.

[@kentdavies1988]

Keto, exercise, and intermittent fasting. It's that easy

[@billydebianchi]

@@kentdavies1988 let's agree to disagree with that one. The fact that Lexapro covers that part of your brain which tells you that your stomach is full, turns thermogenesis into almost nothing, increases tiredness and fatigue...it's not easy at all. I was taken off Lexapro and was put on Wellbutrin and it's helped a lot. Mentally and with weight loss.

[@vincentschmitt392]

Nervous system Very common: Concentration impaired Common: somnolence, insomnia, dizziness, tremor, headache, nervousness, anxiety, paraesthesia, decreased libido, agitation, drugged feeling, myoclonus, CNS stimulation, confusion, impaired concentration, depression, emotional lability, vertigo, abnormal dreams (including nightmares)#, hyperthesia+. Uncommon: abnormal thinking+, akinesia, alcohol abuse, amnesia+, ataxia, convulsion, depersonalisation+, hallucinations, hyperkinesia+, hypertonia+, incoordination, lack of emotion, manic reaction, paranoid reaction. Rare: abnormal electroencephalograph, abnormal gait, antisocial reaction, choreoathetosis, circumoral paraesthesia, delirium, delusions, diplopia, drug dependence, dysarthria, dyskinesia, dystonia, euphoria, fasciculations, grand mal convulsions, hostility+, hyperalgesia, hypokinesia, hysteria, increased libido, manic depressive reaction, meningitis, myelitis, neuralgia, neuropathy, nystagmus, psychosis, psychotic depression, increased reflexes, restless legs syndrome (RLS), stupor, withdrawal syndrome.

[@wavxy7454]

Yeah bro prolly got like the whole list. 💀 are you tryna say lexapro works for this?

[@stevo2574]

So… don’t take the drug? Do take the drug? Is it worth a try? I feel like the ending is missing something.

[@jcbanbury]

Its YOUR choice!

[@johnlowe2218]

Thinking about taking this, but I am nervous because Prozac (fluoxetine) caused my panic attacks and suicidal thoughts. It’s kind of a toss up because I can stay trying to function with sometimes debilitating anxiety or I can start this drug and risk getting even worse.

[@silvesterutd9369]

Search "PSSD" on Google !

[@johnlowe2218]

@@silvesterutd9369 I have heard about that. It seems rare but nonetheless possible. I myself haven’t experienced any lingering effects after detoxing.

[@debbietaylor20]

Did you go on another antidepressant ?

[@johnlowe2218]

@@debbietaylor20 Yeah I’m on Lexapro now. Getting ready to up it from 5mg to 10 so I’m hoping for the best. So far so good

[@MdShahin-nm7xw]

@@johnlowe2218 how about you now?

[@ats-3693]

Lexapro fucking near killed me, i went on Lexapro due to generalised anxiety disorder which was uncomfortable but manageable, 3 days into 10mg of Lexapro i went into a non stop 24/7 hell level anxiety and permanent panic attacks, even xanax and ativan wouldn't touch the anxiety and panic, i was so close to suicide it was the most terrible thing ive ever experienced. I stopped taking the lexapro after 8 days and within 36 hours the panic attack stopped and my anxiety subsided again, no way am i ever taking ssri's again.

[@be4stable]

Glad you feel better that had to be scary as hell! I am on day 7 of 10mg now and feeling ok so far.

[@ats-3693]

@@be4stable I ended up going on zoloft (or rather generic sertraline), I didn't get any of the nasty side effects when I started it like I did with lexapro, but unfortunately I'm not noticing the sertraline is helping much if at all to relieve my anxiety, I've been on it several months now. I'm actually considering having another try with lexapro inspite of the horrible side effects I got the first time I tried it, I'm thinking now that I've been on an SSRI for quite a while with no side effects and my system is used to it maybe I won't get the nasty side effects from lexapro if I try it again. I just wish I could be a happy anxious free person without taking anything, I used to be that way, I mean I've had some anxiety as long as I can remember, maybe all my life, but it was never scary debilitating anxiety I was still outgoing and very social, now it's just awful, it's like my life revolves around trying to find some relief from anxiety and feeling scared of being anxious, every day is like that. I've tried all sorts of other things, I've done cognitive behavioural therapy, I meditate daily, these help a bit but anxiety still dominates my life, I hate it, to be honest it really makes me wonder if life is worth living if I can't fix the anxiety.

[@ats-3693]

@@be4stable Oh and also I'm happy the lexapro is working out ok for you 😊

[@amedeocristiano4181]

your passion for this job is admirable. I suffer from dhysthymia and I am looking for the right medication for me. thank you just for your videos!

[@carolwhelihan1514]

Same here. I have heard it call high functioning depression. I can go to work, do my chores, etc. but feel a low mood most days. very tough to deal with and wish I could find something to help.

[@amedeocristiano4181]

@@carolwhelihan1514 same here. after many years my opinion it's a metabolic problem and not of neurotransmitters only. But anyway trying to find something that helps . my instagram is a.christian10 add me!

[@o0u0o3]

yeah was it worth it? would love an update

[@sauerkrautfarmer]

Is it possible to objectively explain the drug without the misdiagnosis theme? If not would you alter the titles of your videos? Your commentary would send anyone 10 miles in the other direction of the drug as it seems to assume the audience is made majorly of the psuedo-depressed. Would it not be fair to cite the magnitude of the help to those who have received it, though, as you mentioned, encompassing an unimpressive percentage of the whole?

[@frankjamesbonarrigo7162]

what med is a HOME RUN!??

[@abbasahmadi5228]

Wrong diagnosis ruined my life and put me 20 years on SSRI can’t get ride of it despite several attempts. I needed short treatment for few months not an long life addiction

[@DarkKnight906]

Do you have anything positive things to say about Lexapro? Yeah thought not...

[@kevinatran7818]

Hey does lexapro increase motivation

[@trevorhale314]

I love your honesty thank God finally an honest doctor 🙏 Jesus

[@8randi]

I've genuinely enjoyed your other videos, however it does seem that you have bias against SSRIs after listening to the Zoloft video and now this one.

[@billpiechocki]

@8randi, Yeah, Ikr... It almost seems like he's "Anti" SSRI's... In my experience, SSRI's, specifically Zoloft, and Lexapro, have worked beautifully. I think one thing the good doctor says that is very relevant is that if the person taking the medication doesn't actually suffer from depression or GAD, then there is a real possibility that neither Lexapro or any other SSRI (in this scenario) is gonna work; and the only thing the individual may/will experience are the side effects. Kinda like with adderall, if an individual genuinely suffers from ADHD, the drug will work, and will have a calming effect despite the fact that it's a CNS stimulant, what's known as the Paradoxical Affect. However, if an individual were to take it who doesn't suffer from ADHD, they're going to experience a "Speedy", or maybe even an euphoric affect. Lexapro works well for me - as have other SSRI's - I believe, because I genuinely suffer from both depression and GAD. This has been my experience, I hope whatever medication you may be taking (if you are taking medication) is working. And if you are considering medications, I hope that what I have shared might help you make the right decision.

[@8randi]

@@billpiechocki I just finished trying out lexapro, gave me too many side effects personally. But it worked wonders for me as a teenager. I just started on zoloft instead and so far it's working great and the only side effects are vivid dreams (but that's kind of a fun side effect lol) Glad I'm not the only one whole saw the bias

[@billpiechocki]

@@8randi lol on the vivid dreams! It's funny, Zoloft, was the first SSRI I was prescribed, and it was amazing... I couldn't tell you exactly how long I'd been on it, probably 4-6 weeks...I was walking down the street one beautiful summer afternoon, and all of a sudden it was as if somebody had pulled up the shade on a window! It literally seemed as if the sun became brighter, but not in a blinding and uncomfortable way... It was if my senses had become more acute... I could hear the birds, I was literally sensing the beautiful day. And, I was no longer afraid or anxious... It was life changing. When I went back to it many years later... NOTHING! Sooooo, I'm back to Lexapro which I recall having a good experience with.

[@8randi]

@@billpiechocki I'm hoping to have that "clouds parting" moment myself. Still a few weeks away to know for sure. I hope lexapro works for you, it worked for me as a teenager with depression. But this time I'm not depressed I am just struggling with anxiety and OCD compulsions so I think zoloft may be the better fit for me in this case than lexapro was.

[@silvesterutd9369]

Search "PSSD" on Google.

[@internationalmagic3993]

Dr.Landow is the best!!!

[@greg1483]

What keeps me from taking it are two side effects I will not allow myself to experience: low libido and weight gain. I'll just do natural medicine. And if you want to get off Lexapro midway through your treatment, there can be a bad crash.

[@ammackdy1836]

What is the natural medicine!?

[@paulflint6254]

GAD is horrible, as im bipolar im on many meds, sertraline helps me, wondering if lexapro is more effective.

[@suryaananda108]

DOCTORWHO ISGR8 Did you find out ?

[@ElishaEhrhardtModifiedTease]

It can make bipolar people slide into the manic phase. But some Dr.s will still try you out on it.

[@CraynerProductions]

Please can you do a video on Monoamine oxidase inhibitor’s! :]

[@emmanuelaguilar4498]

Good afternoon... Is MIRTAZAPINE a good medication for chronic panic disorder? Thank you.

[@aarondodson1261]

This drug has eradicated my anxiety it works and it works well

[@irishman4671]

How long did it take to start working? My doc just prescribed this for me today.

[@oneidacaro4088]

@@irishman4671 i took it for 3 days only it was too much side effects the 3 day I was having suicidal thoughts 💭 and I when to the ER.

[@irishman4671]

@@oneidacaro4088 well I've been taking it a week and have flu symptoms. I hope they go away soon.

[@oneidacaro4088]

@@irishman4671 we all different maybe I need a different medication 💊

[@AJ88874]

Hi doctor have you ever heard of PPPD (Postural Perceptual Persistent Dizziness) I was prescribed Lexapro for this.

[@southerngal7899]

It didn't work for me. I've tried it a few times. It and all SSRIs make my head feel like a shock treatment. Makes my head feel crazy so now I'm taking an older one, Sinequan. I've also been on Xanax for almost 30 yrs now. Well that's the first time I've heard the term "brain zaps". That seems to be what I get. Ty

[@larrytate1657]

You have to be on lexapro for about three weeks for it to start working effectively. So a few times won’t do anything. It’s not a fast acting drug like a benzo. It needs to build up in you, like CBD oil

[@southerngal7899]

Larry Tate Hi, Larry. I've been on it several times. I developed anxiety and depression in my 30s. Ty anyway. Have a great weekend.

[@mariemcneil6690]

Your issues are probably due to interdose withdrawal and tolerance due to your long term Xanax use. I would look into that first.

[@smellycat264]

@@mariemcneil6690 I feel that too. Xanax is not good long term

[@therideneverends1697]

@@mariemcneil6690 benzodiazapines do not have cross tollerence with SSRIs

[@erinjk123]

I've been taking it a few weeks, just 5 mg at night. I didn't have the brain zaps other drugs had. A week in I did have suicidal thoughts. I got over that hump. I am getting a 90 day supply coming up for a little over 10 bucks with good rx. Seems to be working. I'm upping to 10 mg and hopefully smooth sailing. I don't really have much anxiety now. So 👍 good for me. I was having a bit of mania in the middle of the night. (Thinking I was going to become a songwriter all of a sudden.)

[@silvesterutd9369]

Search "PSSD" on Google !

[@ev1ilfreak]

How are you now? I started 5mgs a few weeks ago, then stopped cause i felt weird , im sceptic about SSRIs for some time now. Only taking benzos

[@AJ88874]

I need to start Lexapro for pppd but am scared

[@johnny_baccarat5150]

@@ev1ilfreak It can take 4 weeks to feel the full effects and balance out your body from what I've research

[@nelabonnin2294]

Ty doc! Really so helpfull! Dnt want any weightgain pls cuz i started gaining weight so need something to loose weight pls help doc!

[@leahsmith2078]

I took lexapro when breastfeeding and didn’t ever read or learn of the possible negative effects on the baby.

[@MetalSammie]

I know 2 friends who killed themself because of these. PLEASE DONT start ssri ! If you feel better then be sure that effect Will go away and your life will be ruined in longer run if not short. And withdrawals ARE Terrible!

[@DonkeyKiks]

everyone reacts differently to SSRI's

[@tammyheitman7404]

Most likely the medicine wasn't taken long enough and the depression killed them with it's bad thoughts you get.

[@BillDerBerg]

I have severe major depression. Tried Zoloft Elavil Ability Rexalti Cymbalta none worked now doc Rxd Lexapro if it doesn't work then FML

[@gregorymalchuk272]

Is it helping?

[@BillDerBerg]

@@gregorymalchuk272 I don't feel any different actually I guess 10mg is too weak

[@lindacarol5982]

I wish he was my doctor. My psych said just be careful with aspirin and ibuprofen anything like colon cancer if you've had cancer and I had breast cancer in 2009 and BRCA 1 unspecified cancer gene carcinoma of the small intestines I rewind and that's what he said 😔

[@FerFuchs]

This guy needs some Lexapro

[@thameekstaninjahman8337]

No You need it

[@juanperez-ni2iw]

Lol.

[@stu77t68]

😂

[@silvesterutd9369]

Search "PSSD" on Google.

[@abdulwahidnagi861]

😂 you’re right

[@SkinnyDancer]

I think I stay depressed..

[@justinhawsakajaybird]

I hope you are happy today 🙏

[@lilithslair4120]

Can you take this with BUSPAR ? Somebody please help me out here ?

[@tomsgirl4033]

Ask your doctor because it saved my life!

[@williesmith9885]

@Ocean Deep721 why is it poison

[@williesmith9885]

@Ocean Deep721 took my first dose....twitching and tightening of muscles I'm done with it

[@williesmith9885]

@Ocean Deep721 lexapro

[@priscillahatgy8695]

I take Lexapro with Buspar, I was in a mental health place recently and they have me on Lexapro, Buspar, Vistaril and Lamictal. I will see a psychologist to refill meds too. I love Lexapro, I had side effects at first but it is getting better

[@jerryshunk7152]

KEN I'm 70 & I used to see you professionally in Vegas waaaay back in the day. I've been on Lex - Celex 16 yrs, & I wish I would NEVER have been prescribed it. I remember my neurologist gushing over its efficacy; & when you mentioned how vigorously it was peer- promoted so well, things started to somewhat crystallize as to why I never got off it earlier in life ! It really borders on the criminal imho !

[@faaltov]

Tinfoil hats

[@davidwallace1644]

Can you do a video on pancreatitis? I’m not a drinker and get turned away at the ER as if I’m an addict and I’m in agony

[@Cyberunicornee]

I'm going through the same thing right now man, i feel you.

[@davidwallace1644]

@@Cyberunicornee I’m so sorry, weed and Kratom helps tremendously !

[@larrytate1657]

I’ve never had side effects with it.

[@alcam14]

What about low libido?

[@silvesterutd9369]

Search "PSSD" on Google !

[@ishitabanerjee1092]

Anyone. Can U pls help me out. Am really scared. After stopping the lexapro(Doctor's Advice) i suddenly feel disgust in everything. Why i dont know. Sometimes i feel disgusted to have food,to seat toilet seat. Thats only problem which is new now. Otherwise other symptoms of ocd panic attcks all are gone. Can u help me out what's happening right now with me

[@kazi1]

I'd recommend going to your doctor

[@normsoule4564]

whats the difference between Apathy and Anhedonia? why isnt Anhedonia separated from depression?

[@sbbrackelmanns6143]

My eyes have been become so yellow on lexapro

[@tulinbeyduz920]

Get your liver checked

[@jcbanbury]

Gosh that sound bad.

[@Lightningbug122]

Does anyone get constipation from it ?

[@tomsgirl4033]

Not me 😀

[@gregorymalchuk272]

@S. Michaels Do the sexual side effects go away with time?

[@VIDEOHEREBOB]

Doctor, can you recommend a natural approach?

[@choosefreedom4725]

Natural is a great approach it you want to spend about 20x the amount of $

[@AStarryEyedLife]

What about Buspar and Lexapro together?

[@davidcarrollcottlejr.]

if a person has been with a relative and can tell how they act while on these medications my dad takes prozac my sister takes lexapro and i can tell everytime shes on it and when she needs to take it does it make you have to clear your throat can you or if you have can you do a video on depakote? Throazine ambien, and seroquel ive been on all these drugs do they make you crave protein fiber dairy and caffinated soda im the guy that asked you were you related to gilbert gottdfried

[@Cali_79]

Best SSRI EVER!!! 🙏🏽

[@DavidCurryFilms]

Got lexapro at 27 after decades of untreated OCD - got that under control years ago, now 39 I'm fighting to get off this shitty medication sapping my creativity, oversleep, cant barely cry, can't orgasm, cant clean house 😢 this is not my personality. After several AWFUL attempts to lower dose 10-5 (and awful dr advice) at 8mg going down 1mg every few months.

[@pratcus]

Why the company didn't by this guy also? Most medicines work by faith or placebo or the power of ads. Please let it be. Otherwise save millions of people who suffer silently to win a day to move on in life.

[@chrislemaster2695]

So are SSRI SNRI are worse than benzo's

[@intanrukmana273]

Why

[@silvesterutd9369]

Search "PSSD" on Google.

[@turkjohnson4009]

I like this med...its pretty safe....you can take it for a long time.....I always feel pretty “good” and I love the dreams.... The best part, cut my Migraines in half!

[@alcam14]

I thought it caused headaches...

[@gregorymalchuk272]

Did it help with the fatigue and loss of motivation seen in depression?

[@NaturesSoulAngelASMR]

Lmao yes, interesting dreams.

[@edmond97106]

Hi i have questions if someone have stroke you think it's good idea take lexapro

[@waynedevaney2254]

Will this get rid of the chest pains iv been experiencing 15years 😌

[@shayansh1559]

I was on zoloft for5 year that killed my libido now doctor prescribed lexapro for me, can lexapro has lower sexual side effects?

[@zincerish]

Has ur libido come back?

[@meddo1679]

@@zincerish i was having psychosis from lsd woke up from a mental hospital and was prescribed 50 mg of lexapro after that I experienced pssd after abruptly coming off I had sudcial thoughts after that they decided to put me on 100 mg of lexapro and 75 mg of nortriplyline

[@111olorin]

Just makes you numb and foggy.

[@kaykandi6264]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us, I’m really hoping that this medication does help me but I am so tired of trying so many different medications and they don’t end up helping.. I finally got a real diagnosis on what is wrong with me which is ADD, PTSD, and panic and anxiety disorder.. I am pretty sure Adderall and Klonopin would help me but I have drug addiction in my history so those are not available to me because of it😔 but my doctor said she would be willing to try the adderall if this one doesn’t work

[@aureliam3628]

Lexapro saved me. But try to start with a low dose. I personally started with 2.5 mg for 3 days, then 5 mg for a week and then 10 mg till this day . At first you may feel a little bad because your brain adjusts to it, there s some balancing and regulation going on there but after 1 or 2 months..omG you ll be happy you started. It is important to start low dose to make your body adjust gently . I ve used klonopin 0.5 it put me into a coma at night literally ..it was a nice feeling but unfortunately in just a month I became resistant to it.. I switched it to diazepam... since diazepam is easier to taper off in case I need to and I don t have such a strong resistance as I did with klonopin.

[@aureliam3628]

Try and take b vitamins and magnesium chelate/ glycinate . It supports you so much . Vitamins b help create neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine , GABA etc. Magnesium glyicinate helps alot with relaxation, sleep improvement, panick attacks etc

[@SPsounds100]

Did you try it? What happened

[@AmonsRealm]

can you take Lexapro with saint john worts

[@Shedding]

The doc says no. They interact.

[@Monkofmagnesia]

St. John's Wort never worked for me (the bottle says you hve to take it for 30 days in order for it to work). I started Lexapro three days ago. I take 5-HTP before going to sleep. Although it has only been three days on Lexapro, the 5-HTP does not seem to iterfere with it.

[@JR-oz5mf]

​@Monkofmagnesia it's been awhile but how are you doing?

[@jimmyjordan2871]

wingsofredemptions favorite

[@VaughnDJs]

Why do all these videos have to have these musical intros I don't need it I need the information if I want to listen to music I'll listen to what I want to hear spare me! I want the information

[@grettam1695]

I was on lexapro in 2018 (23F at the time) and it triggered a major manic psychosis that took about a year to recover from. I don’t know if this has to do with serotonin syndrome or just bipolar disorder. This was how I became diagnosed bipolar.. never had symptoms until this drug, so it was not anticipated. If anyone takes this drug and has any minor symptoms of hypo mania, please discontinue it immediately before it escalates.

[@lou1927]

Good deed you have done warning others.

[@jcbanbury]

@Marcy Lynn the less drugs the better. Its terribly what they are doing to you.

[@mannychacon6828]

Can you do one on diet pills wich ones work.

[@zakur0hako]

adderall

[@dodgdurango6128]

Taking this for insomnia anxiety on top of klonopin. hope it works 🙌

[@mickcv4554]

I had crazy weird anxiety randomly for first time in my life, doc prescribed this against my wishes. Tried it once felt like underwater. I stopped drinking monster and ran more and it all went away. I was so close to becoming a zombie from this stuff for short term anxiety.

[@aLatios]

wow, this was very informative. Very intelligent man. Thank you!!!

[@enverarayan924]

Why does he bash on every single drug that actually helps people. It almost seems like he is just giving his opinion afer trying them. What a fkin guy 🤣

[@JulAlxAU]

A great antidepressant with one major side effect and that’s unwanted weight gain!

[@JulAlxAU]

@FROY Not when the weight gain is 20 kilos!

[@Србомбоница86]

@@JulAlxAU Mirtazapine makes gaining weight ,but Lexapro no ,it's very rare for it to cause such weight gain

[@JulAlxAU]

Србомбоница Weight gain is a common side effect of Lexapro. Almost everyone taking it, complaining about it. I have taken Lexapro for 2 years and it was great. But I gained 20kg through the process.

[@silvesterutd9369]

Search "PSSD" on Google.

[@POVShotgun]

One? Haha id say much more than one.

[@rdietz7]

Thank you

[@jonharry6293]

This drug stops working after 3/5 years

[@amamuffin]

I took 2.5 mg then 5mg and slept 17hrs a day. Could not move. Sad it didn’t work for me because I have anxiety

[@kentdavies1988]

I was on this drug for a few years. I'm not sure how much it helped. I was having panic attacks. I think it may have made it easier for me to abuse my body and keep it together. Like it allowed me to drink more and avoid the anxiety and panic. That's not good. Lastly, getting off this drug was the worst few months of my life. Major mood swings, instability, and electrical shock sensations. Ask lots of questions before going on. See if you can make life changes first. Good luck to everyone.

[@millier9658]

I’ve heard those you’re supposed to taper off very very slowly.

[@boborrahood]

I'm amazed that you said it allowed you "to drink more and avoid the anxiety and panic." Did your doctor know about that when you were taking it? I've been looking for some med to help me with anxiety that I get as a jazz singer, front man. Previously, only a couple glasses of wine seemed to work but then I wasn't supposed to combine those two, even with less alcohol. Not sure you'll get this, since a long delay from my comment on yours.

[@garysimone4977]

Big phârama makes more $$$$$ he is so right

[@kerribizzell6381]

It is garbage do not take this you will only feel worse

[@ElishaEhrhardtModifiedTease]

Kerri Bizzell that was your experience. Not everyone’s body is the same and thus they process their chemicals differently. Different outcomes for different people. Logical 🖖🏻

[@constantdarkfog49]

True

[@peternorthrup6274]

I have not felt good for 40 years. I'm 61. Everyday I got up and as a man. I took care of my family. I'm retired now. What I see today most people want a quick fix to everything. Take a pill. It just kills me. I don't even take asprin. The first thing doctors do today is put you or your kids on pills. 15mins with your doctor. Then.puts you on a pill. You had your 15mins. See you next month. Remember. He has a big mortgage payment. See ya next month.

[@DeLuca101]

It pissed me off like I cant express

[@quelzar]

"I have not felt good for 40 years" point is to FEEL GOOD in that 40 years and don't waste your life ;) You only live once, there is no way to go back in time and "feel good".

[@annam1905]

Can it be used for menopause

[@emmajohnson4029]

Yess

[@Liz-hc4um]

Oestrogen is what’s used for menopause...

[@dreamznaspiratons7064]

Dr. You’re amazing, I wish all drs were like you

[@benwalters9323]

If you crush the escitalopram you feel it faster

[@randallmccoy2]

I have been on 30mg of lexapro a day for year's an about to stop - it has made no difference an the side effects greatly outweigh the non existent positive effects as I have felt no relief at all on 30mg a day - I do know the side effects well but can not speak of any positive effects as I have had none

[@bordercollie1140]

You're right, there are no positive effects, the same as all ssris. They don't even know how they're supposed to work. Imo they are a placebo for people with mild depression or anxiety. I tried them and I might as well have been pissing into the wind. And if you don't know how to come off them properly, it's a living nightmare. Luckily I found a doctor who knew the perfect taper, it took ten weeks but I didn't feel one bit of withdrawal.

[@_._._._._._._._]

@@bordercollie1140 Just because it didn't work for you doesn't mean it does not work for everyone.

[@bordercollie1140]

@@_._._._._._._._, PLACEBO., Insulin for diabetes works for 100% of patients because they know how it works. What's the cure rate for depression and anxiety using ssri's? If it truly worked it would also be 100%.

[@_._._._._._._._]

@@bordercollie1140 I agree there is no cure for any psychological condition but to use your example, insulin does not cure diabetes either, it just treats the condition.

[@bordercollie1140]

@@_._._._._._._._, I'm fine with that, just give me something that treats my condition and lets me lead a normal life. If only benzodiazapines continuily worked and no tolerance was built up, then that would be fantastic. But alas........

[@aserioussalamander9475]

In my experience, I found that I found that I Effexor (SNRI) made me sweat uncontrollably, but while on Lexapro (SSRI), I do not sweat after a few days of first taking it.

[@aserioussalamander9475]

150mg of Effexor and 10mg (now 20mg) of Lexapro