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Stopped celexa (citalopram) for elective surgery. have taken it for yrs. now, 3wks post-op, i feel fine w/out it. ok to stay off it unless i feel the need?
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Could stay off: It takes about 6 weeks to get completely out of your system, although the amount in your system is now quite low. If life is going well and there are no big stressors, it is reasonable to stay off the med and see how you feel over time. If you feel well, it is not unreasonable to stay off the medicine.
Answered 2/21/2015
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