I say "Lets-a-go Lexapro" in Mario's voice whenever I take it. It makes me feel that good!
Posted Jun 21, 2022, 10:21 PM UTC
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This is literally my favorite thing, and I will be doing it all the time now. Thanks for taking something that is sometimes scary for me (taking meds) and making it fun :) Genuinely!
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I was SO scared to start taking it too! I haven't had a lot of experience trying new meds, so I was very worried about what would happen. So much so that I almost didn't even start. But I've been on Lex for about one month now and it has been an overwhelmingly positive experience, so much so that I'm like "dang- wish I had tried this sooner!" I hope it goes well for you too + I'm really glad this Mario meme made you laugh!
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Just started Lexapo on Saturday. Starting at 2.5 mg a day. It might be placebo but it has definitely calmed my anxiety!
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yeaaa let's-a-go! That's awesome you're feeling better already! I felt the effects early on as well. It was so funny, end of Day 1 I distinctly remember thinking- "wait, I'm not ruminating about anything..." and my mind was calm. Before Lexapro, I could really only quiet my mind while exercising. But now I can actually focus, feel at ease, and my worries don't constantly consume me. Good luck on your journey, sounds like you are off to a great start!
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Update. Things have taken a swing for the worse. I’m up to 5 mg now. Will keep updated as I continue this journey
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love that
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LOLLL
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I hope it makes me feel that good too. Was on 5mg for month and have gone up to 10mg 6 dates ago. Currently anxiety going though the roof. May I ask how long you have been taking it for and what dose?
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I'm on day 27 of 10mg today. I'm so sorry you're feeling increased anxiety on it, hopefully that is just temporary and will go away in another few days. It seems a lot of people have more anxiety at first, and then it levels off as their bodies adjust. I have definitely felt some anxiety here and there in triggering situations for me, but overall it has been working to ease my anxiety by a lot. And the anxiety I do feel is at a more manageable level. I hope you get to that place soon!
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Thanks for your reply and support. I'm glad it's working well for you.
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It just takes time to adjust, I originally had increased anxiety in the beginning, but I believe it just was my brain adjusting. I’ve been on lex 10-15mg for almost three years now. Whatever you do, do not just quit a few weeks in as it takes up to 7 weeks for it to fully work. Stick it out, it’s worth it. Also, quitting your quickly will only shock your brain more and it’s neurochemistry and may make depression/anxiety worse. Relief is closer than you think, I wish you luck.
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Thanks for your words of wisdom and encouragement.
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When you began...did you take anything for anxiety while the Lexapro settled in? If so, what and what strength?
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Thanks for your words of wisdom and encouragement.
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Lmao, this is great!
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This is genuinely hilarious.
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And once you “hear” it like that, it’s game over haha. Mario voice forever
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I do this to! Both me and my girlfriend have started making this a running joke. Every time I act normal, or in any way not a depressed mess, one of us will yell "Lex-a-PRO!" In the Mario voice.
Hahaha oh my god 😆 I love that! and also that I’m not the only one who does the Mario voice
Does the loss of libido from lexapro negatively effect your libido?
I’m only 1 month in so I don’t know yet if some of the sexual side effects will be lasting or not.. I haven’t experienced decreased libido, but it is challenging to orgasm sometimes. But not impossible, so I’m trying to stay positive that it will get better over time.