Lexapro Tapering

Things to Consider Prior to Lexapro Tapering

We would encourage anyone thinking about tapering Lexapro to take at least some time to learn more about antidepressants, and how they affect the CNS. In recently published research, Moncrieff et al challenge the decades-old serotonin-deficiency theory of depression. Moncrieff found no evidence to back this widely held premise which is usually given as a reason to prescribe SSRI medications. We recommend reading through Moncreiff’s 2022 research and findings.16

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There has been other revelatory research done on the causes of depression and other symptoms. Taking time to consider these may help to decide whether continuing or tapering Lexapro is the best action to take. A body of research published by the World Journal of Psychiatry back in 2010 mirrors Moncreiff’s stance, citing various causes for depression, including dysregulated hormones, psychosocial issues, early childhood trauma, environmental factors, sensitivity to stress, abnormal sleep patterns, and many other factors that are usually ignored prior to prescribing an antidepressant. This material would also be good to carefully look over. 17

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Whether or not taking an antidepressant further compounded factors such as hormone dysregulation, a fundamental before attempting to taper Lexapro would be to rebuild and strengthen one’s natural neurochemistry. Correcting the diet, improving sleep, and removing sources of stress would be effective steps to take before a tapering program is initiated. A Lexapro tapering program could be likened to a journey requiring preparation, a road map, and knowledgeable guides, in order to successfully and safely reach your desired destination.

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Prescription drugs were never designed to fix or cure, but only to mask or dampen symptoms. Of prime importance, therefore, is to discover the underlying reasons that a prescription for Lexapro was first started. Each person will have their own history of symptomology. The process of antidepressant tapering is not something to rush through. Consider setting time aside, time off work or school, to more easily focus on healing, and not too much else for a time. And the process can be considerably eased by addressing the root causes of symptoms as part of the overall plan.

Lexapro Discontinuation Syndrome

Antidepressant drug sales in Canada doubled from 2002 to 2017, according to government statistical tables.1 American consumers are targeted to purchase $16 billion in antidepressant drugs by 2023 2 with the SSRI drug class — such as Lexapro — leading the way. And these statistics continue to rise around the globe. Yet, despite such an astounding number of people starting an SSRI prescription, there is a deafening silence about antidepressant discontinuation syndrome, which according to even a cursory review of extant medical literature, is a common occurrence when a person tries to stop taking the drug.3 Certainly, most of our clients report no such warnings were given to them prior to beginning on Lexapro. At Alternative to Meds Center, we have specialized for the better part of two decades in successfully assisting thousands of persons who were suffering from discontinuation syndrome. An inpatient setting is often recommended because of the level of support that is needed.