 [ Symptoms ] how should i stop taking lexapro i have been taking it for 14 yrs since my mom passed [ Disease ] i am sorry to hear about your mom no matter how much time has passed we still miss them do not we please do not go off lexapro without supervision your counselor or doctor whoever prescribes the medication can help you create a plan for tapering off the medication without experiencing any side effects your health professional also can monitor your mood and provide supportive care and therapy if needed i am glad you feel well enough to go off your antidepressant that is good news wishing you well