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What do you advise if i stopped taking cipralex rather abruptly about a week and a half ago after fluid retention as a result of cipralex cessage/withdrawl?
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Suggest: that you advise your prescribing medical provider. Sudden cessation of SSRI's can lead to discontinuation syndrome in some people.
Answered 4/25/2015
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