Today is the start of week 4 for me.100mg. I have barely moved outside my room as I get overwhelmed and I start crying. Today I am picking up my son from school and all I want to do is get home to my room.my anxiety and mood is poor
Surely I should be getting better by now? Anyone else feeling lost like me or can relate to me?
Hi,it's very disheartening when you feel like they ain't working how long have you been on the 100mg,I started 3 weeks ago on 50mg then increased to 100mg I am noticing some changes but there small at the moment I think we need to give it till 6/8weeks I know how your feeling but the only way is to keep going just by doing normal things but rest when you need to x
I was one week on 50mg and this will be my third week on 100mg this week. I wish I was seeing some changes for the positive but I'm still bedroom bound and I cannot break the cycle. When I do leave the room I get all disorientated. It's hell please work meds please I beg of you.
It's so sad to hear that,
I was there but am now out the other side, I never was able to focus on anythink there was a cloud over my head and also in my head blocking any normal thoughts from processing..!!
I have been on 50 mg for 8 weeks now and am far from the most confident person in the world but I'm getting better and more happy... And so will you, give them chance and think of all the happy and positive things in your life because there are slot of things we may not like but cannot change so no point letting them take up head space, concentrate on your family and things that make you happy,
One day at a time.
Best wishes to you.X
I think us need to try and come out ur rooms more stayin in 1 room isnt going to help in the long run. I know its hard but try and get out?
Oh honey I can sympathize with ya! I have been taking the generic Lexapro for 8 weeks and I have little improvement as of right now! I feel so detached from everything that I used to enjoy and very overwhelmed at times! This is my fourth bout of this during my 68 yrs of life, but this time it has really knocked me for a loop! I like you should be enjoying my life, beautiful home, husband, three kids and 5 gkids! I get so agitated with myself as I realize I am the one controlling my thoughts! Hopefully you and I will start to feel better soon! I am seeing a therapist and he is going to refer me to a psychiatrist who works along with him! Are you seeking therapy?
Have you not noticed any little changes,I was thinking the same oh there not working...then sat and thought I was surprised to see that there was small things I didn't realise but they I wouldn't of done 3 weeks ago it's small steps at the moment x
Crying my eyes out....me a 32year old man in floods
Maybe you should see your doctor you might need an increase,so you live in the U.K. ? X
Please hang in there! Iam here for ya! Go ahead and cry sometimes it makes us feel better! You are never alone in this!
I see him tomorrow but he is so patronising
Do not let him get you down! It is your body and you know how you feel so be stern with him and tell him you need relief!
Sometimes you have to be firm with them,tell them your not feeling good at all and that you think more should be done,if your in the uk phone Mind they are really helpful x
Hi Ger,
Looks like you are taking it for anxiety. Do you have a short term aid to help you with the anxiety like valium or klonopin? I do believe you need to try and get out some. Are or can you go for walks? I notice that helps me tremendously even if it is short relief. You may still be adjusting to the med too. I know for me it increases my anxiety 10 fold. It is awful. I am still on 25mg trying to restart. Day 6 for me. I do have alprazolam to help me out while I adjust and hate taking it but have to get some relief. I have been on this med before and 50mg did the trick but it took awhile. I am thinking a couple months. Perhaps the 100mg is too much versus needing and increase. I am very sensitive to these meds but tried 100mg at one point and it was to much. My heart was racing all the time and became very aggitated, wired and emotional. Tried for about 3 or 4 weeks and it didn't subside? Just a thought? I would consult with your doc?
Uggg. So sorry. It is so awful to feel this way but it will get better.
Ireland
Taking on for anxiety and depression...im like this ten months with no relief. I have a secret stash of valium that I did into from a past episode but they only do so much. I'm weak and a let down to everyone who has tried to help me. If I could go out I would :,(
I find valium gives me no relief. Docs are so hesitant to prescribe benzos but I do believe that would help you tremendously. I understand their hesitation but if you are in this state some thing has gotta give. I don't think they understand how awful and terrifying it feels.
Of you could get some better relief it will lift your spirits some and give you the ability to start walking etc which would be a huge step towards recovering......
It's my mood it just won't lift and the anxiety brings me down further
Hello
I am so sorry for your difficulty. Have you contacted your physician? There may well be an adjunct that you can try, to ease your way. I would make it clear to your MD that you need help.
I am not discounting that the meds take time to work, but other additional supports can be used.
Has anyone helped you use CBT (Cognitive behavioral therapy). I have used it extensively and it does help.
Please do give your md a call. You have lost of responsibilities and there may well be non-medical additional that can be made to your situation.
Jessie
Jessie