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Lexapro for anxiety knocking me out

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Oscar82002
Oscar82002

Hey guys, I am day 12 into Lexapro for panic/anxiety disorder. At night it just knocks me out. I cat stay awake. Is this usual? Will it go away? Thanks in advance

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  • Ali1979
    Ali1979 Oscar82002

    Posted

    Why do you want to stay awake at night...?
    • Oscar82002
      Oscar82002 Ali1979

      Posted

      Hi Ali, it is knocking me out at about 8.00! I fall asleep on the couch before I have even changed!
    • Ali1979
      Ali1979 Oscar82002

      Posted

      Ooo I see it will get better by the time 4 to 6 weeks how's you panic and anxiety....?
    • Oscar82002
      Oscar82002 Ali1979

      Posted

      Hey, it is a little better and I'm able to go to work and mostly function OK. Still a bit anxious though
    • Ali1979
      Ali1979 Oscar82002

      Posted

      It will take 4 weeks and you will see a major difference but don't stop taking tablets. You will be ok by the time
    • Oscar82002
      Oscar82002 Ali1979

      Posted

      Thanks! I really hope so. My whole body feels weird at the moment
    • Ali1979
      Ali1979 Oscar82002

      Posted

      It's just one of the side effect it will pass just stay strong and don't think a lot.
    • Oscar82002
      Oscar82002 Ali1979

      Posted

      Thanks, really appreciate the support. It's so hard to know what is real, anxiety or medication at the moment.
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