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I've had a sore throat for a week now after sleeping with my window cracked once and taking celexa (citalopram) once. the pain is deep and i am an everday smoker?

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See your docs: Sire throat for a week usually requires a physical check up as you may need antibiotics. Celexa (citalopram) is not the type of medication that you just take once. Discuss this with the physician who prescribed it

Answered 11/12/2014

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