Re: Started Lexapro- Worsened depression?
Originally Posted by
Helix7
I was wondering if Lexapro can make you more depressed when starting it. I'm on day 7 of 5mg, and starting from the third day, I've been feeling more anxious and depressed. This makes my OCD worse as well. Each day just feels tougher, and it's almost as bad as before I started therapy a few months ago which was my lowest point. I'm also feeling exceptionally exhausted and unmotivated today. I have no other side effects except maybe slightly dilated pupils which doesn't concern me.
This is my first time on an antidepressant so I'm new to this. I am really hoping this eases up, I badly want to feel better and be able to use my therapy more efficiently to tackle the OCD. Thanks in advance!
Lexapro worked great for me.
Give it another week and see how you feel.
I was on 5mg for 2 weeks then went to 10mg and took it for 5 years before going off it as I no longer needed it.
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