Question 1

what can i expect when switching from citalopram to sertraline?

Accepted Answer

Meds: Both are SSRI medications. Unlikely any particular issues. However, some people respond to a certain drug better than others even though they are in the same class of medication.

Question 2

what side effects will will i have , switching straight over from fluoexetine to citalopram ?

Accepted Answer

Fluoxetine: Please see your psychiatrist for treatment of depression, including medication, effectiveness and side effects of  fluoxetine, and right dosage.

Change medication only with ongoing monitoring of fluoxetine by the psychiatrist.

Question 3

i just got a brainzap from taking citalopram 10mg. it only happened once (been taking it for 4 days). should i continue with it or switch? dangerous?

Accepted Answer

If it happens again: tell your doctor. He may want to check an EEG (citalopram lowers the seizure threshold)

Question 4

is it ok to switch from one ssri to another one? like say citalopram to fluoxetine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: but under your physician or pyschiatrist's supervision. Take care.

Question 5

has citalopram stopped working or do i need to switch my med to a different anti depressant ?

Accepted Answer

Depression : Depending n the dose, I would increase (as long as it is safe) to a higher dose first.  If the doesn't work, and immediate switch (ie no tapering up or down) to a med in the SSNRI class (like duloxetine or venlafaxine) may be the answer.

Question 6

can i switch from citalopram to cipralex? do they work very differently? i've experienced 10kg weight gain on citalopram and want to switch

Accepted Answer

They work the same: Side effects / efficacy may differ, don't switch on your own, confer with your prescriber, and taper dose gradually, best wishes

Question 7

i am taking 10mg of citalopram for 3 months, and have 50mg of trazadone id like to try tonight. would this be safe? i have terrible insomnia and would like to perhaps switch from citalipram to trazadone if possible. i also take lunesta 3mg for 9 months.

Accepted Answer

Proceed with caution: Adding Trazadone to Citalopram and Lunesta (eszopiclone) may not have any major contraindications, but, some things to consider: 1. Consult prescribing provider, 2. Consider stopping Lunesta (eszopiclone) when starting Trazadone. 3. Consider taking Citalopram in morning only. 4. Most important, research non-medication treatments for insomnia as they are much more effective in the long run (though hard to implement at first).

Question 8

is it safe to switch straight from the anti depressant citalopram 20mg daily to escitalopram 10mg daily for depression & anxiety? thanks.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes

Question 9

what is citalopram taken for?

Accepted Answer

Citalopram Usage: Citslopram is a medication used to treat depression. It is in a class of drugs called ssris, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. These increase the serotonin in the brain, an important chemical in the brain.

Question 10

does citalopram 60 mgms. work?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily.: Studies have shown that 40 mg of citalopram is as good as 60 mg. Always go for the lowest effective dose.

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I just got a brainzap from taking citalopram 10mg. it only happened once (been taking it for 4 days). should i continue with it or switch? dangerous?

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Is it ok to switch from one ssri to another one? like say citalopram to fluoxetine?

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Has citalopram stopped working or do i need to switch my med to a different anti depressant ?

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Can i switch from citalopram to cipralex? do they work very differently? i've experienced 10kg weight gain on citalopram and want to switch

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I am taking 10mg of citalopram for 3 months, and have 50mg of trazadone id like to try tonight. would this be safe? i have terrible insomnia and would like to perhaps switch from citalipram to trazadone if possible. i also take lunesta 3mg for 9 months.

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Is it safe to switch straight from the anti depressant citalopram 20mg daily to escitalopram 10mg daily for depression & anxiety? thanks.

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