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On 20mg celexa. heard about qt prolongation. i've never been told i have this, and no sudden cardiac death in family. should i get checked?
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Explanation : This medication do not have that side effect: OT prolongation. These another class antidepressants with that possibility. But any way you need follow up regularly with your doctor and discuss all your concern, while you on Celexa. Only this way it will be safe.
Answered 4/22/2017
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