I was on 60mg Citalopram and feeling really good until my doctor got concerned about the cardiac statistic and switched me to Zoloft. I had a very bad reaction with Zoloft so after 3+ weeks of use was tapered off very quickly and put back on 60mg Citalopram, as these two antids I believe are interchangeable/similar. However, even on the 60mg citalopram (12 days) I am now feeling constantly tired, weepy, irritable and can't tolerate any noise. I have also got a low drum noise in my ears which I had before. Of course this gets me down more as I am normally very energetic and like to be busy. I can't understand this as before when I started Citalopram it kicked in very quickly.I am perimenopausal and know that right now PMS is kicking in badly so adding to symptoms. Sorry for whining, I just want to feel good again and all this has really messed me up. Any feedback greatly appreciated
Citalopram - Am I being too impatient?
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- 26 Feb 2012 by Aud1
- Updated
- 4 Mar 2012
- Topics
- zoloft, citalopram, doctor
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Hello Aud1. I belive you answered part of your question. your body is reacting to the Citaporam as if it were once again a new drug. You were off from it for the 3 weeks. I believe the way you're feeling at the moment is a bit of both. The Premenopausal side effects and those of the Celexa. Allow yourself a bit more time, not to worry to much. The Citalopram will take a another week at least, for you to be rid of from the fatique, irritability. Although you were on it previously, your body did have the Zoloft working and its chemistry was also in your body when the Citalopram was reintroduced. Thats a factor. Hope you get to feeling better asap. Best of wishes,pledge
Imariani, a kindred spirit, I too live a post hippie era lifestyle, burning sage, incense and use not just patchouli but every other essential oil going... go on tell me you were at Woodstock lol. Though I missed the actual hippie era, I adopted it as it suited my spirit. I am well into 60s music and the blues.. Have you still got your afghan coat lol.
Just sharing and hearing from you opened up my chakras and yes there's some karmic shifting going on lol.
Look forward to getting to know you. Thanks for being there.Hugs..
aud1,
i really wish drugs.com would change fonts as my name is Laura... L not I... not your fault... lemme try to imagine a hippie name that starts with I... Imogene? Irma? Inez? ... i got one... isabella... isabella mariani... not so bad... might use that as a pseudonym if need be... don't have the coat, but i got lotsa ponchos, still wear 'em... and flip flops... of courseholy jeans and tshirts, tie-dye, aromatherapies, beads, etc. tend to like 60's an early 70's music, mostly southern rock (since I am from the south).
and aud... takes one to know one... now go outside and let your freak flags fly... will make you feel better.
peace out,
the sweet happy hippie,
Laura
Hi, I know Pledge has already answered your question, but I just want to reiterate that as you have excluded the citalopram from your 'system' over the last few weeks, you will indeed have symptoms similar/the same as when you first started it. I am a bit surprised that you were put straight back to 60mg a day? But it's done now. As already said, give it another week or so, but if you are feeling particularly distressed please consult your doctor. In the mean time try to do things to lift your mood, such as light exercise, going for walks, spending time outside in the sun (if you have any there?), stay hydrated & eat as healthily as possible, do what ever you can to get a good night sleep. I hope you feel better soon!
Thank you Delila, I actually did take some light exercise yesterday, I walked to my car and drove to the store;) This is something I try to do, even when I have no reason to go outside as I was once agrophobic but CBT therapy sessions worked for me. I agree about the doctor (putting me back on 60mg rather than building up). I am beginning to doubt their expertise. I even had to mention I needed to set up a ECG monitor. I am trying to practise positive thinking/positive living techniques again too. Blessings.
Hi, its great to hear that you are being so positive. Ever since hearing that positivity can actually enhance your immune system, i try as hard as i can to live by this, and pass it on to others. Let us know how you are getting on?

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Thank you Aud1. Its Sunday, and enjoy the day, try not and worry. Just a bit more patience. Bye bye then,pledge