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Hi all,
I've decided to discontinue taking Citalopram 10mg after 7 total doses/days. The side effects were too much to bare. I have not taken any of the medication these last two days. Would I truly need to taper off after only a week? Has anyone done the same with no withdrawal effects after such a short period?
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Lou342 jenna214
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I think if you are feeling not too bad then you dont need to taper. Its recommended to taper if you are on meds for weeks or months. The side effects you were suffering could be as bad as or worse than any withdrawal symptoms. It is not an easy drug to go on! I hope you are feeling a bit better
Lou342 jenna214
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I think if you are feeling not too bad then you dont need to taper. Its recommended to taper if you are on meds for weeks or months. The side effects you were suffering could be as bad as or worse than any withdrawal symptoms. It is not an easy drug to go on! I hope you are feeling a bit better
jenna214 Lou342
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Thank you for the reply and reassurance. I will be switching doctors before I consider a different AD. She insisted there were no side effects, and boy was she wrong after starting them and doing my research. I was having burning/sensitive skin all over, rapid muscle twitching, muscle pain and numbness/tingling in my right arm. I'm not sure if these side effects are common, do you know?? Regardless, I will be more comfortable going to a different doctor with better knowledge in this category. Thank you again!
Catherinelou jenna214
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Im sure you'll be fine to just stop them after only 7 days .
Hope the nasty side effects have gone now .
jenna214 Catherinelou
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Thank you for the reply and reassurance. I will be switching doctors before I consider a different AD. She insisted there were no side effects, and boy was she wrong after starting them and doing my research. I was having burning/sensitive skin all over, rapid muscle twitching, muscle pain and numbness/tingling in my right arm. I'm not sure if these side effects are common, do you know?? Regardless, I will be more comfortable going to a different doctor with better knowledge in this category. Thank you again!
Catherinelou jenna214
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i think those side effects are very common , the GP was ridiculous saying there are no side effects .
Hope you see someone with more knowledge and understanding . Take care
lois95799 jenna214
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what and ass of a doctor to say something like that.i had severe withdrawls from a seven day stint on effexor.everything that you mention plus more.
OnTheMeds95 jenna214
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How has it been? I am on my 4th tablet (20mg) and will take my fifth one tonight but have decided to cut the tablet in half to get 10mg.
jenna214 OnTheMeds95
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I have felt much better mentally and energy wise. I am still having aching joint/muscles and a mild rash though. I'm not sure whether this is common or not. Good luck with your next steps!
dubry7605074 jenna214
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When I first took them, I stopped after 9 days. Doc said it would be fine. A couple weeks later, I had bouts of crying, agitation, and extreme anxiety. After fighting these feelings for weeks, started back on cit and effects were immediately gone. Im now a year in, taking 10mg and am doing well. I could probably use an increase, but I can manage at 10mg. Hope you figure it out
dubry7605074 jenna214
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When I first took them, I stopped after 9 days. Doc said it would be fine. A couple weeks later, I had bouts of crying, agitation, and extreme anxiety. After fighting these feelings for weeks, started back on cit and effects were immediately gone. Im now a year in, taking 10mg and am doing well. I could probably use an increase, but I can manage at 10mg. Hope you figure it out
BCS2507 jenna214
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Please don't give up! Persevere, it is so worth it! I had a horrific time with side effects and I have just had my dose increased and as ridiculous as it sounds, I am praying for the awful side effects again so I know it's working for me.