Day 27 off of Lexapro

jaysonthomaslittle · Post by **jaysonthomaslittle** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 3:15 pm

Just want to post and give an update. I should of put this on Triumphs but want the general public to know that it is possible without the meds... You may not believe it, but it's true.. I stopped "cold turkey", which isn't always the best, but I had only been on 10mg for 5 months. A week or 2 of slight symptoms and now nothing. I don't take any credit by the way. I owe it to my faith in God! I still do have up and down Anxiety throughout the day which I believe God will deliver from me, but no more Panic Attacks! They have disappeared.

God Bless You All!!!!!

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 3:20 pm

Do you feel better off it??

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Jun 20, 2008 12:07 am

I am very happy for you & your continued recovery.

However, I want to state(respectfully) that stopping meds, any meds(esp for emotional/mental disorders), COLD TURKEY - is a dangerous & irresponsible thing to do.Especially w/o the supervision of a medical professional. After 5mths, the medicine is already in your system - stopping it JUST LIKE THAT can have serious ramifications(not only on your "condition/particular issue or disorder" - but on your "body" as well ), for which you(due to lack of medical & medicinal education) would not be aware. Thank goodness, you turned out alright.

Choosing to take a medication or not, is an individual's choice. That "choice" should also include making responsible decisions - w/ the consultation of a medical professional - the same medical professional who prescribed that particular medication.

I just want those who are reading this not to assume "oh I can stop it too". Everyone's condition & or particular issues vary. In all cases & instances - any choice a person makes IS THEIR "GOD GIVEN RIGHT". However, I am pretty darn sure - God would want them to consult their dr's 1st - to play it safe + be responsible & stay healthy.

I know the "apprehension" & "dislike" of having to take any medication - I was there myself. I also TOTALLY UNDERSTAND the desperation involved w/ STOPPING THAT MEDICATION - for that is the sign of "see, I am recovered cause I don't need the med anymore". Taking a medication may not have to be forever. There is also a safer way to stop med's - BEING WEANED OFF THEM w/ the direct consultation of the MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL WHO PRESCRIBED THEM. I am 1 of many who was on med's, but was able to get off of them. I was on anxiety med's 3x's per day @ 1.00mg(clonazapam) + 2 sleep aids. I attended weekly/intensive therapy sessions for 20+ mths + journaled + researched = read 16 books + did LUCINDA'S PROGRAM. Gradually, under the supervision of my psychiatrist, I was able to get off of them: I haven't taken a sleep aid in almost 2 yrs & I haven't taken anxiety med since DEC 2006. Again, that is just 1 possibility.

I know the HELL that is anxiety & or depression - literally, through my own experiences. I want everyone to recovery - I just hope everyone who has to take any medication - be safe & responsible w/ it. The choice is YOURS - just be smart & take care of YOU - by talking to your dr 1ST.

LENORE

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Jun 20, 2008 2:16 am

My personal experience with the many health pros I've gone to, in primary care and psychiatry, is that I can't find one who really gives a flip about me. They only push more and different drugs, and have no interest in getting to the root of the problem. My reading over the last 20 years shows a sharp contrast between what they tell me, and the black-and-white facts. We're talking medical journals, not just the latest self-help books. Jayson, you've done what you were gonna do, and there's no taking it back, whether it was a wise decision or not. And I am not qualified to tell you either way. Right or wrong, I applaud you for your courage. I am seeking holistic help for my issues now. The meds have never helped me enough to warrant the many side effects I've suffered over the years. I feel like there has to be a better, healthier way. Best of luck to you, and I sincerely hope you continue to see improvement.

epa · Post by **epa** » Fri Jun 20, 2008 4:02 pm

Just want to add that as soon as the Panic Attacks came on, my first reaction was to get help right away. I went to my doctor and he prescribed a med like it was candy. As a matter a fact the doctor told me he prescribes these "5 times a day". It helped in the beginning because I thought I was losing my mind or self control. After taking them, I then sought help from "God" and the rest is history... "I would rather rely on a higher power for my inner strength and wisdom than a doctor or a pill" As a matter of fact the therapist I was seeing also said, he had never seen someone bounce back in such a short time in all his years". What do you think my reaction to that was? Thank God!!All I can say is this. If your life means that much to you and you want to improve and get better, why would you not also find faith in something beyond the pharmacy counter?