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Burning chest

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louise75997
louise75997

hi. I'm 5 and a but weeks into citalopram. I keep getting a burning chest feeling. it causes me to go into panic mode. is this a side effect of citalopram? any tips on how to help?

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  • tamsin07572
    tamsin07572 louise75997

    Posted

    hi yes this is a common side effect. just breathe through it - it doesnt last very long if you dont panic . it should ease off soon x

  • Potatoghost
    Potatoghost louise75997

    Posted

    tamsin is right x its definitely a side effect and anxiety can cause it too x I get it aswell x it will go away.

    easier said than done but like tamsin said try to ignore it and it wont last nearly as long x

  • Rubyboo
    Rubyboo louise75997

    Posted

    I remember that I got that too. It will soon pass. Just do some deep breathing or meditation to help relax you if you can.

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