Why are people on this video forum to frighten people?? I am here to read positive stories from people who have tried this medication. As the doctor as already stated, not all medications work for everyone; and why would they when we are so all individual? Fair enough if you’ve taken it and had a bad experience- but why deter people and scare them into not taking it. Also if your sex life is too important than freeing yourself from crippling anxiety and depression maybe people should re evaluate there priorities for a while. As the doctor mentioned if you do get side effects they are usually short lived, otherwise try something else as it may not be the medication for you. If our anxiety is too much while taking it; isn’t it the actual anxiety we suffer with in the first place ?? Rather than the ‘medicine’ causing it? Something to think about as I’ve had to tell myself the same. I thought this was a great valuable video and whoever else is on this journey I am on day 3. 15 years of anxiety and depression disabling me and it doesn’t get any better, only worse... its just a progressive illness like anything else if not treated.

I've been on Lexapro for 2 months now and have noticed a big change in my anxiety. I can stay away from home for much longer than before. I no longer panic at the merr thought of going out of town or spending the night somewhere other than home. My patience with my students has greatly increased. I had a fight in my class the other week and one kid had a bloody nose. I didn't panic. I didn't even yell. I just handled it. That never would have happened before.

I’ve been on Lexapro for 2 months and have felt great. I never had any side effects - I am more balanced emotionally and notice a positive change. June 2021 - I am still on lexapro 10mg daily. I still feel an improvement in my overall well-being. I did not experience any negative side effects. No appetite changes, no weight gain, no sexual side effects. I understand that not all medications will work for everyone but this significantly helped me. December 2021 - on 1/1 it will be 2 years on lexapro!!! This medication really did change my life for the better.

Been fighting anxiety for years and i regret i did not see a doctor asap. This med helped me get through the storm im battling. Now, it feels like a calm river .....never felt this good. Thanks to this med

I think I owe my life to lexapro. I was not suicidal, I have too many people that love me to be taking my own life, but I seriously believe that anxiety and severe depression was slowly killing me. I would have stayed in bed ALL DAY if I could have. I can’t imagine doing that now. I’m going out more now, and I’m really looking forward to the summer here in Australia. Please consider this drug if you’re suffering with anxiety and depression....it certainly worked for me. 👍🏽🌹

He explained this far better than other doctors.. antidepressants if suits or work well can be life saver!!

I've been on lexapro for almost two years. I personally have never had a side effect and can only tell you my story. Lexapro has literally saved my life. My anxiety makes my rage build up higher and higher. Like a house of cards, the slightest mistake and it came crashing down. This has made my mind a calm bastion and has really brought light to my life. If you're hesitant, please do your homework and understand how it works.

I used to have panic attacks multiple times a day and I’ve been on Escitalopram now for 2 years and I haven’t had a panic attack for months. I am way more confident and happy

Stopped lexapro after 8 days and never looked back. I have (had) pretty bad anxiety and PTSD. On Lexapro, i was seconds away from taking my life. Remember that "serotonin theory" is still just a theory, and true effect of these meds is not known. For me, the scariest part was ED, and possibility of PSSD. In 2 months I was able to recover, from the acute stage of anxiety. Reading books about ptsd/anxiety, daily journaling, crap loads of pre/pro biotics, nutritional yeist, vit d and omega 3, magnesium, multivitamin. THE KEY IN ANXIETY RECOVERY, IS TO DO THINGS THAT FEEL PARTICULARLY UNCOMFORTABLE AT THAT MOMENT. For me, at first it was going out of house, driving somewhere and than return to work. Anxiety can be completely recovered, but you have to have the right state of mind, and understand that it will take time.

this made me feel like the bubble thats been separating me from people around has been somewhat bursted, thanks so much for the explanation.

I am a ,71Yr old woman and have been taking this for about 2yrs.I can cope a lot better now .I sleep better ,not so anxious or down. I'm raising my grandsons and need all the help I can get

May those that take it be Blessed with Good effects and not be plagued with worrying about anything that hasn't happened yet that they read on the leaflet! Please, may those that take it be Blessed with it's Good Effects, Aameen Summa Aameen.

I love my Lexapro !!! It really helps me. I have taken Lexapro/ Generic version for over 10 years now. Best SSRI for me. I don't know where I would be without it !!!

Amazing results with my anxiety. I can’t believe how well it’s working for me. I’m at 10 mg on day 11 and already feel a lot has changed.

Lexapro is working great for me. Don't be afraid to try it, I honestly don't think I'd be here without it

I’d just like to say that I appreciate your comment that depression, et al. are true medical issues that need / must be addressed in a professional medical setting. I’d also like to add that I felt your empathy for the subject matter, and for your patients needs, and for the faceless masses that is KZfaq. Thank you for your effort to he,p people.

Been on lexapro for just 9 days and I'm already thinking more positively than I EVER have, like even before I was diagnosed with anxiety disorder. It's wild

I never write youtube comments but this really helped me actually take my new medicine today. I was scared to switch depression meds but this is so helpful thank you.

I have been on very low dose for a year, I have noticed a huge benefit! I have all the emotions but reactions to it has improved. I am more centered and less anxious. I am seeing a therapist regularly as well.

I’ve been on lexapro for over 10 years. It has helped me deal with depression and anger

I have ptsd, I take this. Works great. had to stop it for surgery, I’ve been going through an emotional roller coaster/spiral. Thank you for the side effects explanation. I’m trying my best to keep my emotions in check. I’m self aware, but man it’s hard not to have crying fits or fleeting thoughts. After surgery in 20days I go right back on it. Been on it 2yrs so far. It’s been a huge improvement in my life. The sweating in my sleep was bothersome 1st week off it, also headaches, then it was like I was fine, lost 5lbs 1st 4 days off it. Weights coming off I noticed I gained during use. Not big to begin with so it doesn’t bother me what I gain or lose. Had to confide in my best friend I’m off my meds for emotional support. It’s not easy

Why is it that KZfaq doctors explain things better then everyone

What I don’t understand is when people worry about side effect If you really suffered depression Then the side effects are nothing I remember saying to myself I would prefer a broken leg than depression That’s how bad it is I also had eye surgery Very painful the first night And guess what I welcomed it It took my mind off depression Could think about depression I was more in eye pain And I remember saying This is nothing If you can put up with depression You can do anything The fact is If you suffer It won’t hurt trying

I started Lexapro 6 weeks ago. I felt a bit nauseous for the first couple weeks, but thats it. Its hard to explain but I feel much better. I had bad anxiety (including fear of doctors and hadn't been for 20 years) so going to the doctor was really hard but Im so glad I did. He was very understanding and prescribed it (5mg) I started to notice after a couple weeks I was just more content. Thanks for the thoughtful video.

Been on Lexapro for a year or 2 now. It's been amazing at keeping me calm at work and in life.

The best thing I ever did was start this antidepressant. Only regret I have was not starting it sooner.

Thank you for pointing out that depression is also a sickness that requires medical treatment like diabetes and cancel. Some people just don’t get it. It is not about negative thoughts

Your attitude is seriously soothing, calming and comforting. Thank you for this

I have removed gluten from my diet and have noticed a massive reduction in my clinical depression & anxiety after only a few days. Brain fog has gone & am about to start tapering my Escitalopram. Definitely worth trying 👍

It's scary being alive

Been on Adderall for years and then I consulted my doctor to get this stuff and feel as though I don’t even need my Adderall anymore this is all I needed

Just got my first prescription for generic lexapro for my severe depression and anxiety this video gave me confidence in taking them we’ll see how it goes

Escitalopram works well for me! I could feel a difference right away. It made it hard to do sexual stuff, but once my body got used to the medication that problem slowly went away. I do notice a difference when I forget to take my meds, so I have a cup of water and a plate on my bathroom sink to remind me to take my morning and night medications. I also take birth control for acne and levothyroxine for my underactive thyroid, and they all work well together.

This was super helpful, I’ve been on it for almost a week just been super dizzy on and off hopefully it will ease with time .

Tried so many for years. I hope to god this is the one that finally works

This physician is so articulate, calming, and a bright gentleman. He is very handsome too.

Today is my 8th day of taking Escitalopram. My anxiety is through the roof. I am still holding on and wait it out. I am hopeful and I have faith. Hopefully everything will be okay soon. Stay strong and have faith!

I have been on it for 10 years and it works for me

I have been on Lexapro for over a month. I am now on 15mg daily. It started to change my life right away when i started taking (gradually built up the dose). I suffer from depression and bad anxiety and i only wish i started taking this medication sooner. I am starting to feel like myself again! In the beginning i felt slightly nauseous and had dry mouth but it went away within the first two weeks. Highly recommend giving it a try.

wow...u nailed ALL my symptoms...

I've taken 15-20 mg of Lexapro for a year and a half but made the decision to stop since I didn't want to be a financial burden to my mother as well as actually feeling better because of it. A couple years later and I'm in one of the worse places mentally that I've been in a long time. Not quite suicidal like I was before taking Lexapro and going to therapy, but literally feeling all my symptoms of depression (that were all mentioned in this video). I started tearing up realizing I may never be happy

I took this for depression and high anxiety. The only side affect I had was nausea for the first week I was on it and after that it went away. I also had a lower labido but that wasn't a concern, I was single at the time and sex wasn't high on the agenda. I've been off it now for about a year and I still have some anxiety but it's at a manageable level and have healthy ways to manage it now ☺️ but this definitely helped get me over the hump.

Just started lexapro. In case I (hopefully) dont need this channel again, I just wanna say that this was very informative and for whatever reason I actually feel like the host is someone i can trust.

Im on the toilet right now as we speak LOL.

If only I could find a doctor like you in the town where I live. I have lived with GAD and panic attacks for 17 years and the GP I have to see now is just not helpful and does not seem interested. I am having more trouble with anxiety now than I ever have. Thank you for the videos you do! I wish there were doctors here like you.

Love the way he talks.

It’s actually helped me with psychosis

My shit got worse and I felt empty then sad at first but after a couple weeks it’s a huge positive life changer

Thank you for this video. I got my pills three days ago but after reading the list of side effects from the pharmacy I’ve been too scared to start since my anxiety already makes me feel tired all the time and I really wouldn’t want to feel even more tired since I have school and homework that I need to do. That and the rare side affects always get stuck in my mind when it comes to medicine but after watching this video and reading some of the comments I feel a lot more confident in starting it and even if it doesn’t work at least I’ll know rather than always wondering.

Thanks for the video, it was super helpful! I just started Lexapro a few days ago and I've been feeling pretty nauseous and had some wicked headaches. Hopefully that will decline over the next week or two!

I’ve been having bad night sweats recently, and also spasms. I made an appt to see my Doctor because it’s really affecting my sleep.

I have been taking it for 2 months and initially I took 10g. After a month I told my doctor about my improvement and so she now gave me 15 g prescription for another month. I'm on this medication rn..... I can see a lot of improvements 😊😊😊😊.

Your tone is very kind and respectful. Super refreshing. Thank you.

My doctor prescribed me with escitalopram 10 mg but she said to take it in half of the tablet at the first 6 days, then take 1 whole tablet for the 7th and upcoming days, she also prescribed me with clonazepam. I was diagnosed with depression and generalized anxiety disorder, hope these medications will work. I will update after a week :>

*updated at end!* I already have heart palpitations I’m not sure if it’s even from my anxiety but I can’t explain how scared I am right now. I’ve just been staring at this medicine on my counter. If that’s a aside effect I can’t deal. Also I seen increase of seizures was one. My mom used to have seizures..... I have started to take this medication now. And oh my god......... I feel so much better and luckily for my I haven’t had any side effects yet. If you’re debating on it I would say just take it!

Today was my first day, thank you so much for this. Making me feel much more comfy with it 💗

Thank you dr. I feel so alienated when I tell people I’m on lexapro. I feel like they view me as a crazy person. I just started and I hope things get better

This video was super helpful. Been wondering about this medication. Thanks so much for sharing!!

Thank you for first mentioning diet, exercise and counseling

I took it for a year, gradually stopped taking it and waited for about two months. I started feeling like shit again so I started taking it again.

I was prescribed this yesterday. I pick up my Rx today! I’m excited to start taking it. I am ready for a better overall well being, and I hope it curbs my cravings to drink

I been on Lexapro about 2 weeks I been have been feeling sick and dizzy I’m praying this gets better

I am having some side effects, but Lexapro is helping me well. I can feel that. I hope that people don't be afraid of this drug by watching this video.

A life saver for me... very little side effects... I feel "normal"..

Starting lexapro today....thank u . you made me feel safe and unafraid to take it. God bless u.

This is a well performed and expediant guide. I may not return to this channel, so I present here my gratitude for the labor that was required, and care that was taken.

I take escitalopram since June 2019 and in the first 3-4 weeks were very bad but now i feel amazing and all my side effects are gone (except i love to sleep a lot and I gained like 7kg ) but i definitely feel muchh better and have tons of energy! This medication changed my life for the better! I was soo scared to start it so i spend 5 years with a terrible anxiety and panic attacks... now i finally can live! I wish everyone to have no doubt and if they get that prescribed to try it!

lexapro works. and a cat came into my life. having pets is miraculous

Hi Dr! Your vibe is endearing and calming. Thank you.

Thank you for this truly helpful video. There needs to be more doctors like you in the world that explain everything fully and in clear terms!!

Thankyou for the video . I’ve been taking Lexapro for over 3 years and it has definitely helped me in my treatment for a Thyroid condition along with the Thyroid medication. I have thought I could go off it but recently started easing off Lexapro with Drs instructions but have felt worse and think it’s better to stay on the 10mg I take to give me quality of life .

Could listen to you all day. Very calm and dont rush🙌🏻 cheers for the video

Thank you for making this ❤️

Was hoping this medicine would work for me. I took it for three days and am now running away from it. I’ve never dealt with panic disorder but the second day I took the medicine I was on side of the road in an ambulance having a panic attack. I had two more follow that in the next hour. Didn’t take it the next day, took it again because I’m desperate and on the way to work the same Morning, and hour later had another panic attack. Chest started burning, eyes got blurry, fingers started tingling and my heart was racing. During my first panic attack (only second one I’ve ever had) it was so scary I literally thought maybe someone put cocaine or MDMA in my food or drink without me knowing. Today when talking about the what the medication, in my opinion, was doing to me, I couldn’t for the life of me remember what day it was. I’ve never been on this medicine before but I do know it was the only change I’ve made in just the few 3 short days I started it. To me, no other explanation for the Al of a sudden panic I was experiencing

I wish I found this sooner, I asked my doctor what the medication does or what the side effects might be and all she said is "it makes your mood better"

Starting back on lexapro today after Zoloft made me feel horrible I’ve been on lexapro for 11 years I pray I’ll get better. 🙏🏽

Took my first dose, 5mg, and that will be my last. My mom and aunt take this and they’re fine. My personal experience, but I felt/still feel TERRIBLE. Been puking and diarrhea all day long with chills and heat flashes. Haven’t been able to eat absolutely anything all day, super nauseous. Anxiety is at a thousand and I wanna cry. So for me, did the total opposite.

Thanks for the information Dr. This was very helpful!

Now this is a Doctor. I have suffered from depression and chronic anxiety. Doc puts me on wellbutrin which even he says causes anxiety. This man knows. Most psychiatrists just presrcibe and dont know shit i noticed having changing doctors through 13 years in Canada. So there are Doctors out there like this but rare.

Escitalopram changed my life.

The medicine is amazing the 10mg was not working but the 20 mg was amazing 🤩

Great video. Well edited and very informative! Thank you

I just started taking this and am excited to see if it helps with all my anxieties I’ve been fighting my whole life

My depression got worse when I took it and I never knew why till now so thank you

This has given me a lot of comfort. I’m starting the 10mg next week. I’m super nervous about it but I also wanted to make sure that it was okay to do physical activities such as sports, walking, swimming etc. My mom and aunt are on citlopram hybromide but my doctor suggested this one. I just need encouragement

I took this medication and it made my stomach on fire burning feeling inside

Thank you, Dr. Richardson! You've given me the confidence needed to start this treatment 🤝

Just started Escitalopran 2 weeks ago. 1st day today, where I've been feeling really drowsy. But that's it as side effects go for me. I'm on 10mg at the moment. Overall my mood has been much better.

i've been on it for 10 days and i'm a sweaty sleepy mess. But I am way more active and productive than I was before I started taking it, so i'm not going to stop and i'm not too worried. When I was on paroxetine it took a full two weeks for side effects to ease down.

This is a great video, I just started on Lexapro and I’m so excited to help myself! Great, informative video!!!

For the first time in a while i felt real joy and feeling happy while on escitaloprám (lexapro) s

I have been taking this medication for almost a year myself. I have no positive words to say about this medication. Rather, it caused me to experience additional depression. Most of the time, I felt powerless and unable to do anything. At some point, I stopped taking this medication. I no longer take any medication. In the beginning, it was difficult, but now, a year later, I feel better than when I was taking that medication. In my opinion, this medication messed everything up instead. It made me numb. At least it did for me.

After getting sick from covid. My anxiety and depression were really high and for six months after covid I could stop being sad and scared, I Finally I talked to my doctor. And I can see improvement already 🙏

Just started taking this yesterday, was very anxious about it. This video made ,e feel more comfortable about it. I like how calmly you talk, good bedside manners! Hopefully it works for me, been too prideful to take something for a long time.

Yep you answered my question. Started lexapro today and so tired slight nausea. I'm confident it will go away though. Good video doc.

I can tell this guy cares

I wish you could be my doctor My doctors are mean

Was on Lexapro for a WEEK. Couldn't get past the extreme insomnia, sleep deprivation and worst of all - sexual side effects. I would strongly urge the younger crowd in particular (I'm 27 for the record) to really use these as an absolute LAST RESORT. More often than not I feel chemically castrated. I now have lingering ED, my genitals feel numb to the touch and half the time I'm completely unable to reach orgasm at all. My libido has increased since stopping (albeit marginally) but this is something to really consider before taking the medication (or any SSRI in general, because they all have this effect). I previously had a very sex drive, btw. Sadly, at this point I feel it's permanent. I'm angry and disappointed that my doctor never discussed this at all (only that there would be some "fatigue" and "constipation", neither of which were an issue) but at the same time I failed to conduct any research of my own. At the time I was so desperate for a miracle cure that I wasn't thinking with my head straight. Tread carefully, is what I'm trying to say.

For all you guys wondering why you gain weight on this medication is because it makes you feel normal meaning you'll eat more then before when you were depressed and anxious it's not the medication making you gain weight it's the way your eating now hope this helps if you concerned about this

Thanks for the info Doc! Very informative!