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I'm currently taking 20 mg celexa (citalopram). my doctor says i can stop taking it if feel necessary. how should i decrease off it?
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Stop: Usually at 20mg you can just stop it and you'll be fine . But follow your doctors recommendations
Answered 8/9/2013
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Celexa (citalopram): Gradual tapering by 5mg. Daily dose every 4 to 7 days. Review this with your doctor first, and monitor your progress.
Answered 8/1/2013
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