"i&#039;ve been on lexapro for about a year - finally went on something after waiting way too long.  it works well, and i definitely feel better, but i&#039;m not sure it&#039;s the best medication for the costs/side effects vs benifits.  i had problems with my menstrual cycle and it was making me physically ill.  i had to switch to a different bcp to get it straightened out.   i also think that i need a higher dose than 10mg.  it is helping, but i don&#039;t know if it&#039;s helping enough."