[fancy daisy]

I have tried several different medicines and only Lexapro works....however I have gained weight from it. Hopefully it won't be hard to lose the weight because of the medicine.

[RedoBoo]

I am scared to say that my dr just put me on Lexapro, and I have not filled it yet. I am thinking after reading all the suggestions, talking to my dr that i want to try other things, like the Wellbutrin XL, for starters. What do you all think? I told him I had not taken it, and came home and looked up my person file on myself, and found out when it first came out and gained about 20 pounds on it. I will not take this if that will happen again. Any suggestions?

[Satine]

I dont know why you would feel "scared to say" the doc put you on Lexapro...I have been on it for 3 years with no problems So has a couple of my friends...I know each person is different, but dont just assume because others had problems that you will too...and no the Lexapro itself does not make you gain weight...you may feel better, you may eat more, and in turn gain weight but the drug itself does not make you gain weight...like I said I have not had any problems ( I was fat before Lexapro ), and I think it is a good drug...at least give it a try ( a good try, not a few days...like a couple of months ) and see how you feel....everyone is different.
Just my two cents.
Carri

[RedoBoo]

Carri,

You are right give it a real try is the best. I am scared because of the things I had heard about it. I am and have expressed my concern to my dr and he is well aware of the situation. I trust my dr completely, and I know he is looking out for my best interest not trying to add complications in my life.

Thanks for your help!



Boo
aka Beth

[Insatiable]

I wish you luck on it. I was on prozac for years and I was complaining of weight gain that I can not get rid of. My doc switched me to WelbutrinXL at my request. That was a scarey transition. It did not work well with me. So then we went with Lexapro. My weight did not change. I can run all day long and eat healthy until I am blue in the face and I can't lose weight. I have decided to discontinue it as of a couple of weeks ago. I am at the point that the fat is making me depressed. I hope it works.

[inanesam]

I was terrified to go on anything for an anxiety problem I developed. My doctor put me on Lexapro 5mg and it's helped immensely. I've been on it for about 3 months and the first couple of weeks on it, I gained weight. The problem for me was that my anxiety will feel like my hypoglycemia symptoms, so when I feel that coming on, I eat sugar like crazy.

Well, the Lexapro made me even more anxious for the first week I took it (the doc said that is normal), so I felt like i had a bottomless hunger that I tried to stuff food in there to fill.

It thankfully leveled off and since then, I've only gained about 5lbs and it's held steady.

As for if it effects how weight loss works...well, I guess I'll find out! I've just now started getting serious again about working out and trying to eat better, so we'll see!!

[tmignemi2]

Originally Posted by crbowles

I have been on Lexapro in the past and a side effect was increased appetite and weight gain. It did not go away. I just starting taking Cymbalta, which has decreased appetite as a side effect.

Huh. I'm on Cymbalta and haven't experienced appetite suppression. Wish I did - LOL...

[Jolie4me]

I just changed from Celexa to Lexapro about a month ago. I really haven't noticed anything... then they added Topamax last week. I must be more motivated b/c I joined this site and signed up for a meal plan so maybe it's working. I'm still sleeping too much. I haven't noticed any change in my eating habits or weight yet.

[splitsun]

I'm currently on lexapro (been on it for the past 11 months) and i've been doing good. I've been active and committed to my new work out plan, my moods are better, my "crazy thoughts" seem to abate except for the odd moment or two and I've been working towards a quiet, peaceful almost zen tactic to life. I can honestly say, I wouldn't have come so far, this fast without it.

As far as weight gain, appetite increases due to lexapro, I really can't say but i did gain weight due to binge eating, lack of exercise and motivation.

[Satine]

I have lost 23 pds since April 27th ...while on 20mgs of Lexapro, so it hasnt hindered me from losing ...watch your calories and exercise and you will be fine. Will power!

Again Good Luck!

Carri

[Tracy]

I was on Lexapro from Dec.. They are helping me. I did not experience any problems w/them. I was never on any other antidepressent so i don't have anything to compare them too.

[ladyrider72472]

Aside from the weight issues on Lexapro---- is there anyone else having issues with being extremely sleepy on it?

[Satine]

Ladyrider...I think I said this in an earlier post, but yes I did have issues with being really tired on it when I took it first thing in the morning....my doc then told me to start taking right before bed, and I have been fine ever since.

Carri

[greengrass]

I have been taking lexapro for several months. I have still slowly lost weight since I've been on it. My doctor warned me that I may gain weight but so far so good!

[Renny Sue]

Aside from the weight issues on Lexapro---- is there anyone else having issues with being extremely sleepy on it?

I did. My best friend (a doctor) suggested taking it right before bed and I haven't had a problem since! I can't tell you how good this drug has made me feel. I haven't felt this good in about six years. Its amazing. Since going on this, I've also started to do something about my weight (joined Jenny Craig) and just feel fantastic.

It won't work for everyone, but its defentitly worked wonders for me!