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cynthia94200
cynthia94200

Hi there

I have been on cipralex for about 3 weeks bUT only started my full 10mg dose just over a week ago. Just wondering how long side effects last. I have had the occasional headache and heaviness in the head. I also a sore back. Do these seem like side effects.

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  • cynthia94200
    cynthia94200

    Posted

    I also have had random tingling in my body
  • Mon44691
    Mon44691 cynthia94200

    Posted

    Hi Cynthia your side effects sound normal mine lasted around 2 weeks on the full dose. 
    • cynthia94200
      cynthia94200 Mon44691

      Posted

      That's good to know. You go on meds to make you feel better but you need to feel horrible first. Just need patience. It's the lightheaded feeling that drives me crazy. Constantly wondering what's wrong. Y
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