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Pls can u help advice me, if citalopram is better for ocd or escitalopram? though i heard both cause stomach trouble and any way to avoid it, thanks

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Dr. John Moranville answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

About same: There is some evidence that escitalopram may have fewer side effects, but efficacy is about the same.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 12/30/2016

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