HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Causes Insomnia While Weaning Off Lexotan?

default
Posted on Fri, 24 Feb 2017
Question: Coming off lexotan, going on 10mg lexapro lastnight i didnt sleep. I had 1x3mg lexotan since 24th XXXXXXX but 2 days ago i had 2 muralex tabs when will insomnia go?
doctor
Answered by Dr. Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhary (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
better take some SOS sleep medicine

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using Halthcaremagic again.

As we discussed last week the effect of lexotan goes away in a short period and it is possible that now you are experiencing insomnia due to causes other than lexotan withdrawal.

Since it is already one week with struggle to sleep I feel thereis need to take some sedative medication on need basis which do not cause dependencelike lexotan. One of such medication is Ambien which can be taken either 10 mg or 12.5 mg (sustained release preparation).

I understand your main concern is insomnia after discontinuation of lexotan and need to address it at first place.

I hope this helps you.
Feel free to write back to me for further clarification and assistance.
Thanks again.
Note: For further guidance on mental health, Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhary

Psychiatrist

Practicing since :2000

Answered : 3355 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Psychiatrist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
What Causes Insomnia While Weaning Off Lexotan?

Brief Answer: better take some SOS sleep medicine Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for using Halthcaremagic again. As we discussed last week the effect of lexotan goes away in a short period and it is possible that now you are experiencing insomnia due to causes other than lexotan withdrawal. Since it is already one week with struggle to sleep I feel thereis need to take some sedative medication on need basis which do not cause dependencelike lexotan. One of such medication is Ambien which can be taken either 10 mg or 12.5 mg (sustained release preparation). I understand your main concern is insomnia after discontinuation of lexotan and need to address it at first place. I hope this helps you. Feel free to write back to me for further clarification and assistance. Thanks again.