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Mom had heart attack 2 months ago and did anjio with 2 stents therapist prescribed citalopram for her is it safe for her to take them?

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At: The right dose, this ssri should ok to take for any and/or depression.

Answered 3/5/2014

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I have severe panic attacks. Heart rate reaches 160 and over. Complete cardiology checked out ok, PCP checked out ok. Saw therapist, they still happen every few months. Please someone give me new ideas. I get so afraid when it happens. ?

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I have panic disorder, see a therapist and have had my heart checked which is said to be healthy. Since last july i battle panic attacks every day. I have chest pain and palpitations. How do I cope?

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36 YO female. I am prescribed Propranolol and Magnesium Oxide 400 mg daily to help with heart palpitations. My therapist recently mentioned that Magnesium Glycinate could ease anxiety symptoms. Can I switch? Will Mag Gly still help with heart palps?

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