Question about Lexapro,

ihateic2003

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Question about Lexapro,

12-11-2003, 03:13 AM

Does Lexpro have side effects?
like gain weight.

My doctor give me today to try this new medician. i was wondring. any input are welcome!!!!!!!
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12-11-2003, 04:01 AM

Some people gain weight on it and I think some people lose on it. My psychiatrist told me that it does NOT affect your metabolism - just your appetite. So, if you watch what you eat you could be fine.

I have had a bit of weight gain, BUT I was also eating like crap and not exercising regularly. 2 weeks ago I decided to really eat well and get to the gym. So far so good.

Lexapro has helped me so much it would be worth a little weight gain. Honest.

Kim

Diagnosed August 2001

Current IC meds: Elmiron (since 2001), Levaquin (one pill after intercourse to prevent UTIs), Effexor (for depression & anxiety)

Past IC meds: Amitriptyline (Elavil), Hydroxyzine (Vistaril), Detrol LA, Lexapro (for depression & anxiety, but also helped my IC) (They all helped, but I was able to discontinue them.)

I've been virtually symptom free and able to eat & drink whatever I'd like for about 8 years now.

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