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Had my first 10mg, citalopram and feel hot in my ears, chest and arms..is this a side effect and should i stick with it?

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Dr. Julia Frank answered

Side effects: Sounds like a side effect that is likely to subside with time.

Answered 3/8/2013

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A member asked:

Had my first 10mg, citalopram and feel hot in my ears, chest and arms..is this a side effect and should i stick with it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Julia Frank answered

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