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TheDragonAteMyBaby
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 Posted: 04/20/07 - 19:44 Post subject: Began Lexapro Today, Also use alcohol and marijuana |
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I just took my first dose of Lexapro today (10mg), and am wondering what twice-a-week use of alcohol (2-3 beers) and marijuana will do to my depression treatment.
I want the Lexapro to work, but doubt my willpower to stay off the alcohol and weed.
I have been on anti-depressants before (Cymbalta and Welbutrin), and the weed has always been a constant. I told my doctor and therapist that I have been using weed semi-regularly, and haven't been able to stop altogether. After that, we didn't get much further into the conversation.
Will these habits lead to worse depression? Will they nullify the Lexapro? Can someone suggest some resources to help stay off the other recreational drugs and maximize the effects of Lexapro?
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| Posted: 05/11/07 - 06:42 Post subject: |
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All I can tell you is that the marijuana will keep you down. I had the same issues, and kept needing antidepressants. THe fact that you need antidepressants should be telling you something--stay away from depressants! I still have the same issues, so I am one to talk, but I can tell you that the pot is not a crutch anymore--it only kept me down. It took about two weeks to feel "unhooked" but I feel so much better.
Good luck!
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| Posted: 06/06/07 - 20:33 Post subject: |
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| Guest wrote: | All I can tell you is that the marijuana will keep you down. I had the same issues, and kept needing antidepressants. THe fact that you need antidepressants should be telling you something--stay away from depressants! I still have the same issues, so I am one to talk, but I can tell you that the pot is not a crutch anymore--it only kept me down. It took about two weeks to feel "unhooked" but I feel so much better.
Good luck!
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Actually, in my experience I have found that occasional use of marijuana coupled with my Lexapro prescription led me to an easier state of mind than Lexapro treatment alone. |
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