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What can i expect when switching from citalopram to sertraline?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Meds: Both are SSRI medications. Unlikely any particular issues. However, some people respond to a certain drug better than others even though they are in the same class of medication.

Answered 7/31/2018

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