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Posted 9/15/2013 1:05 PM (GMT 0)
Hi guy's

I've been taking citalopram for 3 days for my anxiety over tons of pvc's,

I'm just wondering if anyone has taken this and how long the side effects last for??
I'm jaw clenching which is giving me headache, loss of appetite,and I'm soooooooo tired!!

Any advice? Thank you!!
Posted 9/15/2013 4:00 PM (GMT 0)
MSB,

I don't have personal experience...I am sure that someone will post soon, so keep checking.

It is my understanding however, that most meds in this class take anywhere from 6-12 weeks to build up, level off and come to their fully theraputic levels.

That is not to say that you will have these s/e's that whole time. For many they fade before that window of time, but everyone is different, so it is hard to say when you will be feeling relief...but I really hope it is soon!

Encouraging thoughts,

S.C.
Posted 9/15/2013 6:31 PM (GMT 0)
MSB,

I would say I saw a complete turn around in my depression when I was on 40 mg of Celexa. 

 

Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially bleeding and QT prolongation.  My clinic had everyone in the senior citizen age bracket come in to the clinic for a ECG.  Mine was normal, however, I was on 40 mg and I believe 20 mg is the recommended dose for someone my age.  So I weaned off this med and started another.

 

I really liked this drug but due to the warning re dose, it was wise for me to change to another med without this warning.

 

I wish you lots of luck on this med.

 

Gentle Hugs,

Kitt

Posted 9/15/2013 7:06 PM (GMT 0)
i have been on this medication for a long time if i hadnt taken it i couldnt have coped for the last few years it does take a bit of getting used to but if its the right med for you it will start to benefit you in a few weeks i had sweats and jaw clenching too and my weight dropped a little too as for the tiredness that could be down to the symptoms of your anxiety being stressed all the time is exhausting.If you feel the side effects are too severe go back and talk to your dr Good luck
Posted 9/16/2013 8:07 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you for replying :-)

I think the side effects are already starting to fade now!
I've stopped clenching my jaw already!
Im just getting the night sweats now, but I'm used to that as I get that before my period arrives!! Lol :-)

I'm still feeling these pvc's but I'm sure hoping this drug helps me control my fear of them!!
I should be getting my results tomorrow for my heart monitor!!
I'm nervous at the thought!!
Posted 9/16/2013 9:48 AM (GMT 0)
I can say it has help me big time and Iam grateful for it to,and I wish you the best of luck.
Posted 9/17/2013 6:50 PM (GMT 0)
Hi, there,

I've been on citalopram for about 3 years (40 mgs a day) and I'm very happy with it! I tried Paxil and Wellbutin first but had nasty side effects. Citalopram has been very good for me. :)
Posted 9/18/2013 8:23 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks for all the positive advice!!
This sounds like it could be a great med!!
The side effects have been quite minimal so I've been pleasantly surprised as I'm quite a pill phobic!!

I'm just trying to take each day as it comes!! :-)
Posted 9/18/2013 8:56 PM (GMT 0)
Great news!!

Keep us posted and let us know how you are doing soon.

S.C.
Posted 10/1/2013 9:33 AM (GMT 0)
Hello :-)

I've been taking citalopram for 19 days at the moment, and I think it does have calming effects!!
I still feel pvc's but I seem to be able to cope slightly better than I did before!!
I think my pvc's become more regular a week before my period and during!
I noticed that on day three of my period that I'll get bigeminy for a few hours!!
So maybe my hormones are out of whack!!
I've noticed this pattern over the last 4 months as I've kept a diary!!
But anyway back to the meds, I really do think they are a big help to me!
I just wish I would have tried this sooner!!
Hopefully when they are fully in my system I'll feel like my old self again!! :-)
Posted 10/1/2013 4:44 PM (GMT 0)
Just wanted to add my opinion! I had taken celexa for 8 years, and it was absolutely amazing!! I hope you have the same experience!! Take care, Lisa
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