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Celexa side effects
Answered by
Roger Gould, M.D. - Mental Health, Wellness
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Celexa side effects
by JJN, Feb 13, 2001 12:00AM
I have been taking 10 mg of Celexa for 3 days now, prescribed for a persistent panic disorder, GAD, and associated depression. The side effects have me very, very concerned, and I need some advice on if they are normal and/or harmful. Since starting, I have developed a cough with increased sputum, and a runny nose. I also have developed an ache in my chest, that often feels burning, like I'd put "Tiger Balm" on it or something. I have also noticed a lot more random muscle pain (sometimes feel like having been stabbed), and my anxiety has increased ten-fold. Where I was having 1-4 panic attacks a week, I am now having 2-4 a day, just being worried about these symptoms. Lastly, I have also experienced a bit of spaciness, but I don't worry about that as its hard to tell if thats my anxiety or the drug. Please help!!!
Doctor's Answer
by Roger Gould, M.D., Feb 13, 2001 12:00AM
, Feb 13, 2001 12:00AM
Those side effects themselves are enought to make you stop and ask your doctor for another medication.
Member Comments (1)
by mimi, Jun 09, 2001 12:00AM
To: MHForumMD-RG
Celexa made me feel out of control, I never had a thought about suicide until I began taking Celexa. Now I have one overdose and three attempts to cut my wrists behind me. I have stopped taking Celexa now and feel better. And to think it was all for helping me cope with a abortion I had a few years ago. Well I am sorry but I think I will just let my lord and savior take care of me from now on. The things the Dr. dont tell you can be found @ www.pssg.org/teicher.htm
