"i was put on lexapro 4 years ago. i didn&#039;t think it was doing anything except keeping me from having to run to the bathroom all the time after an intestinal infection. it did a good job at that but 3 months ago i did not have the money for the copay and thought i could do without it. i was so wrong. i am so depressed and anxious i can barely stand it.  i started back on it last night and hope it kicks in soon. if this lexapro helps again i do not plan on going off it again. the side effects are minimal. "