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A member asked:

First day on citalopram for anxiety. feel so tired and nauseous, i feel not here.i'm worried it will affect job should i take on night time instead?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

If you feel tired ;: Nauseated - taking it at night (and with food) is a great idea. Take care.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/29/2014

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