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A member asked:

Busy tapering off citalopram (celexa). can i take ambien during celexa withdrawal?

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Dr. Lori Lange answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Maybe: In the US Ambien is a controlled medication used for insomnia. Mixing medications without your prescribers knowledge is not recommended. It does go on. So I understand why you want advice. Can you ask your doctor for best practices and safety?

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 8/11/2018

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Celexa/ Ambien: Yes, if prescribed by your doctor.

Answered 7/2/2020

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