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Doctor recommended cipralex will it make me tired , cause weight gain ? i maintain a healthy lifestyle. what side effects are there ?

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Yes: The more common side effects are: changes in heart rate congested or runny nose constipation diarrhea difficulty sleeping dizziness drowsiness dry mouth fatigue fever heartburn increased sweating insomnia loss of appetite nausea sexual dysfunction upset stomach yawning

Answered 5/23/2015

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A member asked:

Doctor recommended cipralex will it make me tired , cause weight gain ? i maintain a healthy lifestyle. what side effects are there ?

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