1. Community
  2. Brain and nerves
  3. Citalopram

pulitile tinnitis/ear-ringing with use of citalopram (week 7)

Posted , 4 users are following.

chris46248
chris46248

I am using Citalopram (20 mg) agains anxiety and i am in week 7 (. Very happy up until 2 weeks ago when i developed pulitile tinnitis/ear-ringing. I read that it can be a side effect and it could go away in a mater of weeks. I also read that some advise to stop with the use of citalopram because continuation could lead to permanent tinnitus. I am i doubt what to do and could use some advise from people how had the same problem. I really do not want to stop Citalopram because i can now feel some relief and i am very happy with that.

And if i was to switch meds which is the best because i read that all ssri's could have the same side effect. Maybe Mirtazapine/Remeron?

Hope to hear from you guys.

0 likes, 3 replies

3 Replies

  • laura37392
    laura37392 chris46248

    Posted

    hi i had that similar for months..doc said it wasnt the citalopram but i think it was..it has settled now thank God.. it shud settle like mine did.. good luck

    • chris46248
      chris46248 laura37392

      Posted

      thanks that eases my mind a bit. But did you stop using citalopram and did it settle than or did you continue to use it?

    • will20275
      will20275 chris46248

      Posted

      Hi Chris,

      i had tinnitus for 3 months and then my ears were clogged. it dissipated very slowly. Give it time. I know easier saud then done. Keep me posted of how you are.

      will 😃

Back to top

Report or request deletion

Thanks for your help!

We want the community to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the community are not moderated or reviewed by doctors and so you should not rely on opinions or advice given by other users in respect of any healthcare matters. Always speak to your doctor before acting and in cases of emergency seek appropriate medical assistance immediately. Use of the community is subject to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and steps will be taken to remove posts identified as being in breach of those terms.