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My 69 yr old aunt has had hallucinations. she takes citalopram 40mg. she is seeing doc on monday. can missing a dose cause hallucinations at night?

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No: Citalopram is ssri it is good to treat depression and anxiety , but for hallucination she may need antipsychotic medication.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 4/25/2016

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