Zoloft or Lexapro- pros/cons for either?

jjamas

Dr put me on Zoloft today for some very, very mild PPD and I don't know much about it, other than what I read online.  I've taken Lexapro (several years ago) and don't remember having any issues with it.  I gained about 10 lbs on Paxil in my late 20s so I'm nervous about trying something new.  What were your experiences with Zoloft and Lexapro?  If you were on both, which had the least amount of side effects?

FriskyPanda

I've been on zoloft (50 mg) for about 3 weeks.  The first few days I had alot of nervous energy.  I've also been experiencing this weird jaw clenching thing.  The jaw clenching is getting better, but it's taking longer than i had hoped.

I haven't noticed any weight gain, and may even lose some weight since my appetite has decreased a bit.

Bellisimo

I had zero side effects on Zoloft.  On Lexapro I experienced increased appetite and, therefore, weight gain and sexual side effects.  Also, I would have horrible withdrawal symptoms from missing a dose of Lexapro here and there.  Having said that, I've gotten the best results from Lexapro for anxiety/depression.  Too bad I can't take it! 

JenniC1135

I spent 2 months on Zoloft (the generic of it) and gained 10 pounds and my already non-existent sex drive plunged to new lows, and I couldn't have an orgasm.  I couldn't deal with the side effects, so I switched to Wellbutrin and it seems to be doing the trick for me, other than causing some insomnia.

Sahara6971

I gained weight on Lexapro.