Question 1

citalopram is usually used to treat depression but i have been given it to treat ibs. does this really work?

Accepted Answer

Off - label for IBS: According to http://www.Emedexpert.Com/facts/citalopram-facts.Shtml:  "selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (ssris) are frequently used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (ibs) although evidence of their efficacy is scarce. Results of the study suggest that citalopram (20-40 mg/day) can significantly improve ibs symptoms. It can improve abdominal pain, bloating, impact of symptoms on.

Question 2

im on 10mg amitritpyline x1 a day at bedtime for ibs-d. works great, can't function without it. but i suffer from anxiety. can i take 20mg celexa (citalopram) too?

Accepted Answer

Probably : You would certainly want to check with your doctor but with such a low dose of elavil, adding Celexa (citalopram) would probably be okay. It would also depend on what other medications you take and on any allergies you may have.

Question 3

have ibs and anxiety. was prescribed today triavil 2-10mg, , amitryptline 20mg , with celexa (citalopram) 20 mg.  wanted to know if ok to take these together?

Accepted Answer

Triavil/Elavil/Celex: Triavil contains Amitriptyline & perphenazine. If u use all 3, u r combining 3 antidepressants at same time, 2 of which are the same medication. I would not advise it, instead talk to your prescribing doctor.

Question 4

amitryptline is helping with my ibs pain while celexa (citalopram) does not? also is there drug similar to amitryptline but that does not make me sleepy/ tired?

Accepted Answer

Tricyclics for pain: Amitryptilline is tricyclics antidepressant that can be used to relieve neuropathic pain. One of the side effects is drowsiness, dry mouth, inability to urinate. These are caused by anticholinergic effects of this drugs. Other tricyclics have less of anticholinergic side effects. These are nortriptilline and disimpramine. Other drug which works well is cymbalta (duloxetine).

Question 5

have ibs-c and continuous intestinal and colon pain, anxiety.celexa (citalopram) and antispasmodics don't help with pain.suggestions/alternatives?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: I'd go back to my doctor until he/she finds the right potion for my symptoms. You may want to consider a second opinion.

Question 6

i've been taking celexa (citalopram) 40mg and i don't feel good. headaches, neck pain, flu like symptoms, urine retention, and ibs. will this go away?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: Nowadays, over and unnecessarily medicating has been commonplace to meet the demand of political correctness and money-making; almost 1/3 of medical visits are for iatrogenic disorders; and less often people will talk about healthy lifestyle without overindulgence and obsession as the foundation of all healthcare. So, see and work closely together with her/him to maximize benefit of medical care.

Question 7

citalopam hbr is good for ibs?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Citalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety.  If part of the ibs is either of these problems it may help.

Question 8

help please! is citalopram used to treat irritable bowel syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Yes - off label.: It is used off- label according to http://www.Emedexpert.Com/facts/citalopram-facts.Shtml :  "selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (ssris) are frequently used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (ibs) although evidence of their efficacy is scarce. Results of the study suggest that citalopram (20-40 mg/day) can significantly improve ibs symptoms. It can improve abdominal pain, bloating, .

Question 9

history digestive issues. colonoscopy 2 yrs ago- clean.  gi today said my extreme anxiety causing my issues -flat stools & blood incomplete vac. my question is there anti anxiety rx that has been proven to help extreme ibs (have both d&c)? celexa no

Accepted Answer

Extreme anxiety: Can include the use of medication but please do not forget mind-body modalities.  The gut is sometimes called "the second brain" because it is connected to thinking/moods.  Consider biofeedback or clinical hypnosis (see www.asch.net for licensed referrals).  Peace and good health.

Question 10

please describe the medication: citalopram?

Accepted Answer

SSRI antidepressant: Citalopram is a ssri medication used to treat anxiety and depression disorders, it's also used to treat ptsd and ocd. It takes 4 to 6 weeks to be fully effective. Side effects; sedation, minor temporary stomach issues, delayed orgasm in males and rarely weight gain. It is also approved for adolescents.

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Citalopram is usually used to treat depression but i have been given it to treat ibs. does this really work?

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Im on 10mg amitritpyline x1 a day at bedtime for ibs-d. works great, can't function without it. but i suffer from anxiety. can i take 20mg celexa (citalopram) too?

A member asked:

Have ibs and anxiety. was prescribed today triavil 2-10mg, , amitryptline 20mg , with celexa (citalopram) 20 mg. wanted to know if ok to take these together?

A member asked:

Amitryptline is helping with my ibs pain while celexa (citalopram) does not? also is there drug similar to amitryptline but that does not make me sleepy/ tired?

A member asked:

Have ibs-c and continuous intestinal and colon pain, anxiety.celexa (citalopram) and antispasmodics don't help with pain.suggestions/alternatives?

A member asked:

I've been taking celexa (citalopram) 40mg and i don't feel good. headaches, neck pain, flu like symptoms, urine retention, and ibs. will this go away?

A member asked:

Citalopam hbr is good for ibs?

A member asked:

Help please! is citalopram used to treat irritable bowel syndrome?

A member asked:

History digestive issues. colonoscopy 2 yrs ago- clean. gi today said my extreme anxiety causing my issues -flat stools & blood incomplete vac. my question is there anti anxiety rx that has been proven to help extreme ibs (have both d&c)? celexa no

A member asked:

Please describe the medication: citalopram?

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