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Sep 12, 2005, 08:50 PM
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I've been taking Lexapro for quite some time...like a year or so and have been suicidal for the last month. Now I found out that Lexapro could cause suicidal ideation or attempts in some people....yeah, just my luck. That's all. Now I might need a med changev
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Sep 12, 2005, 10:04 PM
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Talk to who prescribes it. They say that stuff about any antidepressant and is a "black label" on many of them--meaning the drug manufacturers are required to put that on the drug bottle. There are many factors to take into consideration when it comes to suicidal thoughts/acts and meds. Everything factors in from life events triggering moods to brain chemistry changes. Maybe something changed chemically inside with you and the Lexapro is no longer working as well. You could need a higher dose, or maybe a totally different medication. With this going on for a month, it is definitely time to see you pdoc.
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Sep 12, 2005, 11:15 PM
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You have a lot going on in your life right now. Can you call your dr. and let them know how you are feeling? As with any med the effectiveness can change over time and depending on your situation can cause different side effects. Please check with your doc. Take care.
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Sep 13, 2005, 12:43 AM
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Inkblot, is right on this, and you should talk to the prescribing physician about this.
Please take care now, DE
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Sep 13, 2005, 10:27 AM
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I'm thinking about quit taking my lexapro because it could be causing my suicidal ideation. I know it would not be the best route to take, but I have to do something.
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Sep 13, 2005, 01:33 PM
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Lex:
But dear, if you stop taking it suddenly it can cause the same thing. Please consider tapering off while starting a new med. Please talk to your doctor about it. I know from experience that its no fun dealing with med changes, but do what you need to do to keep yourself safe. Good luck and take care of you (you deserve it!) Kimberly. |
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Sep 13, 2005, 08:35 PM
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</font><blockquote><div id="quote"><font class="small">Quote:</font>
I have to do something. </div></font></blockquote><font class="post"> Yes, you need to talk to the prescribing doctor. I recommend as a friend and pharmacy tech that you NOT go off your medication without your doctor's approval--ESPECIALLY THE WAY YOU ARE FEELING!
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