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What Are The Withdrawal Symptoms Of Lexapro?
I've been taking Lexapro 10mg for depression since September of 2014. However, lately I haven't been able to get my prescription refilled (can't get a hold of my doctor) and it's been two and a half weeks with out me taking it. I've started to get really anxious and really irritated with people, even over little things. I've pretty much stopped talking to people, won't sleep for days and when I do sleep, I dream of either killing myself or other people. I've also been puking after almost every meal. I have really lost interest in a lot of things again. My question is, are these just side effects of coming off of the Lexapro? Could I be relapsing?
Tue, 16 Jun 2015
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Yes, of course these are all withdrawal symptoms. You need to consult a psychiatrist immediately to restart the therapy and don't worry, you will not relapse. It all will be ok if you are back on treatment right now. But don't start at your own. Consult a psychiatrist first.
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Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully worked through your case, and can realize your health worries. Being your physician, I want to assure, I will take care all of your medical concerns.
Yes, of course these are all withdrawal symptoms. You need to consult a psychiatrist immediately to restart the therapy and don't worry, you will not relapse. It all will be ok if you are back on treatment right now. But don't start at your own. Consult a psychiatrist first.
Hope I answered all of your questions. In future, if you need further, detailed and quick assistance related to any health issues, feel free to click on 'Ask me a question' directly from my profile. You can also attach Lab reports and Pictures of any lesion, directly from that question window, or by emailing it to attachments@healthcaremagic.com with the Subject as, Attention: Dr. Muhammad Hanif, and the lab reports and images will directly reach my inbox for review.
Have a wonderful time ahead. Please don't forget to give your valuable positive feedback and 'Five Star' rating to the question, to help me assist you in a better way in future too. Please, write a review by going to my profile, about your experience with me, before you close this discussion.
Regards!
DR. MUHAMMAD M. HANIF
USA
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