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Hi, I have been taking Citalopram 20mg for six weeks for Anxiety.
My main symtoms are waking every morning with what feels like a really bad hangover without drinking which will last all day, had all the test you can think of and finally was given Citalopram but after 6 weeks I'm still struggling.
Is it to early to make a call on changing dose or finding an alternative.
Any advise would be much appreciated.
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katecogs matt02228
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Yes absolutely - way too early. It can be at least 3 months before you even notice any tiny changes, and even then you won't be free of anxiety - that will come though. Took me 6 months to recover on 20mg.
K xx
matt02228 katecogs
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Hi,
Thank you for your reply.
I'm going to stick with it and hopefully get some relief from this constant hung over feeling, fingers crossed I too can recover at the six month stage.
lois95799 matt02228
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matt02228 lois95799
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Pity the GP's do not have the user knowledge.
I have a review in 3 weeks and have been told if my symtoms have not cleared by then he will look at increasing the dose or an alternative, as I should have seen an improvement by then.
I think just reading a lot of posts on this forum I will ask to stay on 20mg and wait it out.
Thanks for taking time out to reply
lois95799 matt02228
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mrs_susan74280 katecogs
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katecogs mrs_susan74280
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I was on Citalopram 20mg
K x
katecogs matt02228
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It can be a bumpry road and there’ll be lots of ups and downs and sometimes you’ll feel like you’ve gone backwards - that’s completely normal. Yes unfortunately lots of doctors don’t appreciate the recovery process on these meds though there’s equally manu super doctors who understand vast amounts about them.
Just stick to them - and remember just because you don’t see any recovery signs doesn’t mean you’re not getting better. You are. The meds work silently in the background - so it can be confusing.
Patience, perseverance and chatting on here - you’ll get there.
K x
katecogs
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Sorry for the typos - I typed too quick then didn't check before posting
matt02228 katecogs
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I will keep chatting on here, certainly helps.
kelly58470 matt02228
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Yes, too early:-) It takes 6-8 weeks to get the full effectiveness of the medication, and you're just entering that stage now.
?If, at the 3 month mark, you aren't feeling any improvement, then I would visit your doctor and talk about a possible dosage increase.
Paula2019 matt02228
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matt02228 Paula2019
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Hi, I started on 20mg.
Been quite I'll for about twelve months prior with brain fog, dizziness and a constant hangover feeling, but I assume anxiety effects people in different ways
Paula2019 matt02228
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will20275 matt02228
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Matt,
It’s way to early for you. Hang in there it’s a slow process sometimes you don’t notice the little improvements. Make a daily journal. I have and when I look back I say wow I was in a real poor state and I compare to the current day and that’s when I notice the changes. I’m on week 15 at 10mg. I still have a way to go but I’m so much better. Any questions please ask and keep us posted. Be patient.😇😇
Will😎
matt02228 will20275
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Thank you for everyone's support, much appreciated.
I will keep you posted on progress.
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