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How long will it take for citalopram(anti-depressant) to work?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Celexa (citalopram): Most ssri antidepressants take 4-6 weeks to see full effectiveness.

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Answered 1/21/2015

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