Just started citalopram- what to expect?

[jo1987]

Hi, Ive just started out on 20mg if citalopram, what side affects should I expect?

[lucyellensmum]

Hello

I have been on citalopram now for about 8 months. I dont really get any side effects now, apart from a dry mouth and the occasional bit of insomnia. When i started i felt a bit sick and rushy for the first few days and i had a couple of panic attacks.

Side effects are common in the first few weeks and you can feel a bit worse with your anxiety/depression during this time (i didnt though). It is worth sticking with though, it really makes a difference.

Have a look on the citalopram buddies thread, there is a good range of reactions on there. But to be honest, i think if you expect to feel sick and have a bit of anxiety in the next few weeks, it will probably be all you have to deal with.

Good luck
xx

[allgonebellyup]

i suffered a huge lack in appetite and went from size 10 to size 6 in 2 weeks! Just wasnt interested in food at all..

Also insomnia for the first few weeks was quite bad but you can be given sleeping pills..?

[jo1987]

Oh ok, just Im alone so I cant get sleeping pills or I wont wake to feed DD 7weeks old, wow thats a lot of weight to lose! I have felt a bit more anxious and seem to be either really hungry or not interested in food at all.x

[anniebear]

I had no side effects apart from mild headaches for 4 days, they were nothing major though

Hope you are ok

[jo1987]

OK, thank you all for your help- feeling the insomnia now! x