anxiety
"In '97 I was suffering from depression so badly, I entered a clinical trial for antidepressants. Specifically, Effexor XR. I had never been on antidepressants before and I was astounded at how much better I felt. Then in '06, after the 2nd work supervisor said I had "no sense of urgency" I decided to switch medicines. My doctor said so many patients became apathetic after long term use. Getting off was a nightmare! But now I'm on Lexapro. It hasn't lifted me up like I'd like either, but maybe that's the way it's going to be. I experienced weight gain with Effexor and actually lost weight since I've been on Lexapro, which has been for about 2 years now. Would like to get off all medicines period."