Heya Everyone

I was at the doc on Monday... He did some med changes on me... He started me on a anti-depressant... First off, Ive NEVER been on a anti-depressant in my life!!! Like any normal person Ive had mood swings, ya know from time to time being depressed about certain issues in life, crying spells, anger... I can go on and on... Im sure many people can relate!!! Just a normal part of life!!! But, ever since I was diagnosed with RSD back in August of this yr, I have noticed that I have been ALOT more moody, depressed, ALOT more crying spells out of no where, anger, ect... There are times I dont know where these emotions come from and why... Seriously, I can cry at the drop of a hat at times!!! From what I read on the net, people with RSD expierence more emotional moods... Is this true? Does anyone know why?? Im very curious to know!!! Is it because us RSDrs are in sooooo much pain, and we feel at times no one can relate and understand us?? Sorry for all the questions here, its called still being "new"...

Anyhow, I told my doc how I was feeling and he said I needed to be on a anti-depressant, A. to help with the pain and calm my nerves for the RSD, and B. for my emotional status... I am to take 1 tablet every morning for 5-10 days, then 2 tablets every morning... Its Lexapro 10mg...

So, I just picked up my meds tonight... Starting the anti-depressant in the morning... My bill came to 80 bucks... I was like huh?? I have great ins with 15 copay... I had to pick up Neurontin 60mg, and my Loratab 10mg, along with the Lexapro...The Lexapro ended up costing me 50 bucks for 58 pills!!! The initial price of the Lexapro before ins was 156 so they covered 106 of that... Thats just nuts!!! I suppose I shouldnt complain to much cuz 50 is better than 156 but still, dang!!!

Does anyone know a cheaper anti-depressant that works well?? Is anyone on this board familar with Lexapro?? Has anyone taken it?? Side affects??

I appreciate any feedback!! Thanks alot everyone!!

--Heidi

PS..Sorry, for all the babbling!! Hehe