Has anyone experienced a reduction in judgement/ concentration as a side effect? I am worried my partner is away with the fairies a lot more since starting citalopram. It may be due to an interaction with her alcohol intake. It mainly manifests itself in half-complete tasks or not bothering to do something in the appropriate way, as well as forgetfulness and almost a laziness. Any insight would be appreciated...
Side effects - Judgement / laziness?
Question posted by Mmm2023 on 26 Aug 2023
Last updated on 26 August 2023 by WildcatVet
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WildcatVet
26 Aug 2023
Hi, Mmm!
How long has your wife been taking the citalopram? If it's been no longer that 2-3 weeks some of this could be side effects that should be resolving. Your consideration of an interaction may be accurate as some people simply cannot handle the combination:
https://www.drugs.com/interactions-check.php?drug_list=1034-14582,679-0
Another consideration is that citalopram is an antidepressant and alcohol is a depressant.
This situation really should be brought to her doctor's attention for a re-evaluation and professional advice.
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