Citalopram Weaning WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Citalopram Weaning
Weaning off of citalopram (Celexa) should be done with care. Abruptly discontinuing it's use can cause unpleasant side effects.1 Some of these include dizziness, sleep disturbances, nausea, headache, and anxiety.2
Fast Facts:
- Citalopram is a medication used to treat depression and other mood related problems.3
- Your physician can give you instructions on the best way to discontinue treatment.4
- If you do experience any adverse reactions, report them to your health care professional as soon as possible.5
- Other treatments such as counseling and talk therapy can also help a person coping with mood disorders, according to psychiatrists.
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Research Notes References
- ↑ Wikipedia: Citalopram Side Effects and Drug Interactions
- ↑ NetDoctor UK: Warning!
- ↑ Drugs.com: Celexa (Citalopram) Consumer Drug Information
- ↑ American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (via MedlinePlus): How Should This Medicine Be Used?
- ↑ HealthyPlace: Adverse Reactions
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- Redirects: Weaning off of citalopram, Weaning from citalopram, Tapering off citalopram, Citalopram and tapering off, How to quit citalopram
- Last update: Apr. 24, 2009
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