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Does Lexapro Stopage Have Any Side Effects?
hello, ive been on zoloft for about 2 weeks now, this is my 2nd week. I started out on 50mg and the second day of taking it i nearly passed out, either it was the zoloft or the fact that my doc just went cold turkey and made me quit taking my 20mg lexapro that ive been taking for about 8 months. So for about 2 weeks my feet have been numb, and last night i noticed that i had lots of bruises on my lower legs and my feet. Also like a blueish tint to my skin like i wore a brand new pair of dark jeans, even know i didnt even wear dark or new jeans that day. I tried washing it off so i know its not dye. Im also on topamax but ive been on it for awhile now, 50mg of that.
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Hi,
Actually stopping it may have a main side effect which you may take into your concern it is called SSRI discontinuation syndrome (Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor). It may start with some brain shivers, dizziness, acute depressions and irritability, as well as heightened senses of akathisia.
Treatment is dependent on the severity of the discontinuation reaction and whether or not further antidepressant treatment is warranted. In cases where further antidepressant treatment is required then the only step required is restarting the antidepressant. This is usually the case following patient noncompliance with the drug.
If antidepressants are no longer required, treatment depends on symptom severity. Mild reactions may only require reassurance. Moderate cases may require symptom management. If symptoms of discontinuation are severe, or do not respond to symptom management, the antidepressant can be reinstated and then withdrawn more cautiously. In rare but severe cases, hospitalization may be required.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ahmed Aly Hassan
Actually stopping it may have a main side effect which you may take into your concern it is called SSRI discontinuation syndrome (Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor). It may start with some brain shivers, dizziness, acute depressions and irritability, as well as heightened senses of akathisia.
Treatment is dependent on the severity of the discontinuation reaction and whether or not further antidepressant treatment is warranted. In cases where further antidepressant treatment is required then the only step required is restarting the antidepressant. This is usually the case following patient noncompliance with the drug.
If antidepressants are no longer required, treatment depends on symptom severity. Mild reactions may only require reassurance. Moderate cases may require symptom management. If symptoms of discontinuation are severe, or do not respond to symptom management, the antidepressant can be reinstated and then withdrawn more cautiously. In rare but severe cases, hospitalization may be required.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ahmed Aly Hassan
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