How long do citalopram withdrawal symptoms last?

How long do citalopram withdrawal symptoms last?

Withdrawal symptoms typically persist for up to three weeks. The symptoms gradually fade during this time. Most people who quit taking their antidepressants stop having symptoms after three weeks. There are many factors that affect how long withdrawal symptoms last.

Can you just stop taking citalopram?

Do not stop taking citalopram even when you feel better. Stopping citalopram abruptly may result in one or more of the following withdrawal symptoms: irritability, nausea, feeling dizzy, vomiting, nightmares, headache, and/or paresthesias (prickling, tingling sensation on the skin).

How do i taper off citalopram?

If you're taking 40mg of Celexa every day, you can decrease the dose to 30mg/day; or you can take 20mg and 40mg on alternate days. Try either of these schedules for about a week. Then, if you're feeling fine, go down to 20mg /day for one to two weeks.

Can I take citalopram every other day?

A person may take Celexa every day, as prescribed, and respond well until suddenly one day, they do not, leading to a relapse in depression symptoms. People taking citalopram should regularly check in with their doctor and let them know if they do not feel better or develop suicidal thinking.