How Long For Lexapro To Start Working

About 5 or 6 weeks ago I started Lexapro. I was on paxil for about 20 years and it felt like it just pooped out and stopped working so i needed a change. First we tried wellburtirn, that didnt work out too well then Lexapro. worked up to 15mg at this point at about week 6 and still having panic and anxiety feelings. I dont know if I need an increase, more time or what. I am also on buspar 30mg twice a day. I just feel like its been so long since ive felt "myself'. I m getting so frustrated and not feeling like playing spin the wheel of fortune game to try another med. I feel like im in and endless battle and im never going to win. Just looking for advice or some words of wisdom form others who possibly have had similar issues with Lexapro and the time it takes to actually start to work.

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Generally, it takes about 5 to 6 weeks for a medication to reach its full level of efficacy in your body, and the means being on steady dosage for that time period.

The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dry mouth, dizziness, headache, mood changes, and weight changes.

How long have you been on your current dose?

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