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Increased citalopram getting side effects

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clairepop1
clairepop1

Hi I've been on 20mg citalopram for several years with no problems. Had odd moment of anxiety usually related to a new situation but very rare. Recently had a lot of stress in my life and felt very anxious, trouble eating etc. went to doc who increased citalopram to 30mg. Day 6 of increase have had nausea, extreme tiredness, diarrhea (had when anxious). Anxiety has diminished but not liking other side effects. My doc says give another week as usually takes two weeks for increase to work and side effects to go. Does this sound right?

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  • alvin28516
    alvin28516 clairepop1

    Posted

    Sound like all the things I experienced.  It is over now.  I am happy with this medicine.  
    • don45258
      don45258 alvin28516

      Posted

      How long before you felt better it's my 13th week and still got intrusive thoughts
    • clairepop1
      clairepop1 alvin28516

      Posted

      That's really good. I'm not as tired now but still have nausea. My doc gave me anti nausea Meds to help. Hopefully will go soon.
    • don45258
      don45258 clairepop1

      Posted

      Hi

      How long was it before you felt better when you started cit?

    • clairepop1
      clairepop1 don45258

      Posted

      Well I dint remember any side effects but my hubby said my mood increased straight away. Every time I tried to lower dose I had negative thoughts. If u feel it's not working for u perhaps try a different med?
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