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What to do if i took 2 20 mg tablets of celexa (citalopram)?

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Not much ! : The dosage is not high enough to be troublesome.

Answered 8/19/2013

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

You are OK: Doses above 40 mg/day of Celexa (citalopram) are not recommended due to the risk of QT prolongation.. Do not take more of this medication than is recommended.

Answered 1/4/2015

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