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Posted by mimi on March 18, 2010, at 12:11:53
It's been a dog's age since I've been on this site. Good things to report but not today!
I've reduced my 40mg. Lexapro down to 30 over the past 17 days. 5mg. for 15 days, then down another 5mgs. 2 days ago. Experiencing intestinal pain/cramping and diarrhea today--like not going far from home. Is this NORMAL Lexapro withdrawal stuff?
Thank you to one and all for helping me here.
Posted by SLS on March 18, 2010, at 12:57:43
In reply to Lexapro withdrawal symptoms?, posted by mimi on March 18, 2010, at 12:11:53
The following is the Discontinuation-Emergent Signs and Symptoms Scale (DESS) list of symptoms. I think it is worth noting that this scale was devised in 1998. It is unfortunate that it has taken so many years for the mainstream of medicine to acknowledge the frequency and severity of the DS phenomenon. Absent in this list are "brain zaps" or "electric shock" sensations in the head. Maybe the authors of the list just didn't know what to call them. Either that, or they were incredulous of the descriptions they must surely have received from their patients.
- Scott---------------------------------------------
1. Nervousness or anxiety
2. Elevated mood, feeling high
3. Irritability
4. Sudden worsening of mood
5. Sudden outbursts of anger (anger attacks)
6. Sudden panic or anxiety attacks
7. Bouts of crying or tearfulness
8. Agitation
9. Feeling unreal or detached
10. Confusion or trouble concentrating
11. Forgetfulness or problems with memory
12. Mood swings
13. Trouble sleeping, Insomnia
14. Increased dreaming or nightmares
15. Sweating more than usual
16. Shaking, trembling
17. Muscle tension or stiffness
18. Muscle aches or pains
19. Restless feeling in legs
20. Muscle cramps, spasms, or twitching
21. Fatigue, tiredness
22. Unsteady gait or incoordination
23. Blurred vision
24. Sore eyes
25. Uncontrollable mouth/tongue movements
26. Problems with speech or speaking clearly
27. Headache
28. Increased saliva in mouth
29. Dizziness, lightheadedness, or sensation of spinning (vertigo)
30. Nose running
31. Shortness of breath, gasping for air
32. Chills
33. Fever
34. Vomiting
35. Nausea
36. Diarrhea
37. Stomach cramps
38. Stomach bloating
39. Unusual visual sensations (light, colors, geometric shapes)
40. Burning, numbness, tingling sensations
41. Unusual sensitivity to sound
42. Ringing or noises in the ears
43. Unusual tastes or smells
Posted by Brainbeard on March 22, 2010, at 5:03:22
In reply to Lexapro withdrawal symptoms?, posted by mimi on March 18, 2010, at 12:11:53
Posted by conundrum on March 22, 2010, at 21:59:46
In reply to Re: Lexapro withdrawal symptoms? (nm), posted by Brainbeard on March 22, 2010, at 5:03:22
Posted by Brainbeard on March 23, 2010, at 2:32:34
In reply to Re: no message brainbeard? (nm) » Brainbeard, posted by conundrum on March 22, 2010, at 21:59:46
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