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I am currently taking fluoxetine, but have read about the side effects and would like to know more about the alternative citalopram. thoughts?
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Similar side effects: Side effect profile is very similar except in my experience fluoxetine may be more likely to increase anxiety and insomnia. Citalopram may have less potential for sexual side effects as well.
Answered 11/19/2015
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