Citalopram time to kick in
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I've been on Ciralopram for around 3 weeks. Been on 30mg for 1 week. Does it take a while to feel the effect ? I've been prescribed them for anxiety and also depression. Will I feel more relaxed ? Just wondering how I will feel on them. Any advice or help would be very much appreciated.
James.
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suzanne_459 jimmy1979
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Give it about 4-6 weeks before you will see the real effects kick in. You will probably feel better before that but it does take a bit longer before you feel the knot in your stomach disappear, and then your spirit will start to lift and everything won't feel such a burden. You might also want to consider some sort of CBT or other therapy because the two things together (tablets and therapy) are very effective. Once you do feel better, stay on the tablets for at least a year or two (your doctor will advise you on this) as it is not good to stop and start. All the best.
jimmy1979 suzanne_459
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Many thanks for getting back to me. Very much appreciated. I'm having CBT aswell as meds so hopefully both will help together as you said. I think my dose of citalopram is going up to 40mg in a couple of weeks aswell. Many thanks again.
Richardt jimmy1979
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bobbee16251 jimmy1979
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jimmy1979 bobbee16251
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Glad it helped you. : )
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Emz3279 jimmy1979
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I just started citalopram about to have the third dose! So frightening at times I'm up and down had a panic attack at 4.30 this morning! I am so shivery and cold! How long for these side effects to leave?
Tia
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jimmy1979 Emz3279
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My side effects started to go between 1-2 weeks but everyone is different. I felt similar to what you did but the worst is when you first begin as your body is adjusting to the meds. The good effect hasn't kicked in for me yet but I've been told it can take anywhere up to 6-8 weeks to get the full benefit. Again, this can be shorter or longer depending on the individual. Hope this helped a little bit. 😊
Jimmy.
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Emz3279 jimmy1979
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Yes I have increased anxiety sitting now all jittery and nauseated grrrr wish they would kick in already! Thank you again!
Currently trying to have a bowl of cereal!
Emz!
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Emz3279 jimmy1979
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Thanks and hope your well
Emz
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