I just took my first dose of lexapro an hour ago. I was prescribed 10mg tablets but taking 1/2 tablet for the first week. It’s my first time ever taking any kinds of medications/SSRIs so naturally I went to search what people felt after taking this. 

However, I feel like this is making me 10x more scared because I’m now constantly worrying about if I will experience the same side effects. I’m suppose to be going out with my family tomorrow and I’m scared I won’t feel good and make them worry. I know people don’t tend to post about symptoms if “nothing” happens, but my mind cannot stop worrying. I had really bad health anxiety for around 2-3 months back in February and I recognize that my behaviors is similar to when I was constantly googling my symptoms to see if I somehow have cancer. 


What if I feel nauseous? What if I can’t eat (no appetite)? What if I’m still anxious? What if I have some health problem? What if I experience all the bad side effects that other people talk about?

How do I rationalize my thoughts? How do I break this cycle of rumination? How do I calm myself down? I just want to feel safe again.