Day 18
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I'm on day 18 of citalopram 10mg and I have noticed my anxiety has eased a bit however even tho it's eased it is always there in the background so I feel I still have to really work hard on getting through the day..... Is this normal?? Or is this the way I will always feel or will it take a bit longer before I wake and feel more normal π
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Lifechanging a18842
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michelle48123 a18842
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Fitch a18842
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I was on the stuff for almost two and a half years. I was only on the 10 mg dose but it took a while for my body to settle down. You will start to feel a lot less stressed if only somewhat cotton wool headed for a while. Your memory will probably be affected but dont worry as once you stop taking the stuff it will return to normal. You may experience a tightening band at the base of your skull along with headaches. This is normal and will go with time. It worked for me so dont stop taking them and I wish you luck. You will know when the time is right to start coming off them and this also has to be done gradually. It takes time to work into your system and also does the same to leave. Many of us have experienced all kinds of symptoms but at leat you have found this forum where there will always be someone there to answer your questions. Just remeber your not alone
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anne02830 a18842
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I hope this helps put your mind at ease.
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Fitch a18842
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if its any consolation I am off the Citalopram a year and a bit now. Doing fine and anxiety and panic are now a memory. There isa light at the end of the tunnel. Sometimes I have flashbacks but I have to say Citalopram allowed me time to get my head together. You just have to be strong and know that it takes time for the chemical imbalance that makes us think the way we do to be corrected. I was able and still am to workΒ in a full time job with no time off for sickness. I think being positive helps a great deal and if you can remain positive you will overcome this slight blip in your life.Listening to some stuff called mindfulness can help you relax more as well as some lovely chillout music you can google and get for free on the net.
Best of luck,
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