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I've decided to stop taking my 10mg citalopram. I've been taking them for 28 days.
I've read lots of posts warning against doing this but not after such a short period. I'm trying to find out whether stopping after less than a month will be ok. I won't go into the reasons for starting them and the reasons for stopping right now, but if someone has experience of this that can help me I'd be extremely grateful.
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katecogs matthew26028
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I'm sorry to hear you've decided to stop the medication - it does take a long time for this medicine to kick in, and I will say 28 days is early still. People do give up to soon before reaping the benefits.
On the other hand, if you are giving up I'd advise not to suddenly stop taking them as the withdrawl symptoms can be quite unpleasant. You should see your doctor for his advice, as you have to reduce them gradually. Withdrawl effects can take many weeks too.
My best wishes
K xx
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katecogs matthew26028
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Might be worth first getting better, and then reducing them. You might possibly be able to take them at a much lower dose and maintain a good sex drive? Some people can maintain their well being and sex drive on 5mg, but first you have to get better.
But I do know that is one of the reasons people do stop them. Ask your doctor for something alternative that won't affect you.
K xx
nicola10405 pat97152
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True Pat, Sex is the furthest thing from you mind if you stop quickly, so think about it Matt and go thru with it or stop slowly for your own sake. Good luck. Merry Xmas.
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