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Anyone experienced side effects with Zoloft or Lexapro?

Melissa - posted on 11/16/2011 ( 1 mom has responded )

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Has anyone used these prescriptions for their son or daughter? My son Jordan is taking Lexapro to help him eat. He has sensory issues and texture issues; he smells everything before he eats it. The doctor seems to think the medicine will help him try new food, but I am skeptical. I think he is on the autism spectrum; going to discuss it with the doctor next week. I have put together plenty of evidence and made a long list of concerns. Sorry to ramble. Just want to know if anyone has had any side effects. My son seems to be hyperactive while on them. He cannot be still for anything and the teacher seems to notice as well.

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Katherine - posted on 11/17/2011

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These are the side effects: All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Constipation; decreased sexual desire or ability; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; increased sweating; light-headedness when you stand or sit up; loss of appetite; nausea; stomach upset; tiredness; trouble sleeping.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bizarre behavior; black or bloody stools; chest pain; confusion; decreased concentration; decreased coordination; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; memory loss; menstrual period changes; new or worsening agitation, panic attacks, aggressiveness, impulsiveness, irritability, hostility, exaggerated feeling of well-being, restlessness, or inability to sit still; persistent or severe ringing in the ears;persistent, painful erection; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe dizziness; severe or persistent anxiety or trouble sleeping; severe or persistent headache; shortness of breath; stomach pain; suicidal thoughts or attempts; tremor; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual or severe mental or mood changes; unusual weakness; vision changes; worsening of depression.

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