I had an equally severe reaction to Zoloft, after only a few doses. Was told to stop taking it immediately, was then given Lithium, one dose of that made me really sick, so I did not continue.

I've also had a bad reaction to St. John's Wort, an herb with some similiar properties.

But now I am trying Lexapro, nearly three weeks so far, and no problems. My guess is that you also can find success with another drug, definitely continue to pay good attention to your response, and in my opinion, you can chalk Lexapro up to a no go. I think that advice nurse is silly.

Sarah