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Posted by jessers11581 on March 9, 2006, at 12:24:41
Does anyone particularly feel that one of these drugs is superior to the other? Lexapro was the last drug I tried before starting Cymbalta (for anxiety, mild depression, and obsessive-compulsiveness). I ended up stopping the Lexapro (10 mg.) because it made me feel nauseous and spacey for the first few weeks. Plus, I began seeing a new doctor who was really big into Cymbalta, and she wanted to see how I'd do on it. So far, the Cymbalta seems to have produced fewer side effects...but I only just recently upped my dose from 30 mg. to 60 mg. What are your thoughts?
Posted by jessers11581 on March 9, 2006, at 17:37:53
In reply to cymbalta vs. lexapro, posted by jessers11581 on March 9, 2006, at 12:24:41
I also just want to mention: my biggest psychological problems are definitely the anxiety and OCD. And when either of these get out of control, that's when depression hits. As long as I'm not obsessing and worrying all the time, my depression stays pretty much in check. Can anyone vouch for either Lexapro and/or Cymbalta in terms of these specific concerns?
P.S. I'm also obsessed with food, especially sugar. I tend to lose control and binge when I have any sugar at all (major impulsivity). I think about eating all the time--it's definitely an unhealthy fixation.
Posted by Phillipa on March 9, 2006, at 23:16:17
In reply to Re: cymbalta vs. lexapro, posted by jessers11581 on March 9, 2006, at 17:37:53
Which ever med works for you is what's important. Fondly, Phillipa
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