Jayke0524

[Jayke0524]

Hi I have been taking citalopram for 5 days I seem to be very tired after lunch take pill in morning will that pass plus I read it can make you can weight is that true. If I wanted to stop it will it be hard to come off.

[Agora1]

Hi Jayke0524, Reading back over posts from others on Citalopram tends to show that sleepiness is a normal side effect. (as with the start of any SSRI med). It might just be a matter of your body adjusting to the medication. Also, the time of day a med is taken can be beneficial in helping to sleep. Since it seems to take 4-6 hours before you start feeling tired, ask your pharmacist or doctor if it would be okay to take the medication later in the day. You may be trading off some anxiety vs sleepiness in the daytime. Again, this may all adjust in time once the dose reaches full efficacy. Never adjust or stop a medication w/o your doctor's approval. A simple call can help with your concerns. Feel better. x

[Jayke0524 in reply to Agora1]

Ty so much

[Jayke0524 in reply to Agora1]

It's so nice to find this support group because people no what you go through

[Francesca61]

Hi, don't worry at all. When I started Paxil 10 mg a few months ago I felt sleepy for a while but it didn't bother me cause being totally anxious and unable to relax my body was much worse! It will pass and was just thinking today that now after almost 3 months on paxil I feel pretty good so I can join in on life again! Btw I was told to take it around 3-4 pm. My cousin has been on paxil for years, she goes to the gym and has stayed at a good weight. Take care

[Agora1 in reply to Francesca61]

Absolutely right Francesca61, by not fighting that sleepy, tired feeling, you may be able to enjoy the break from being so anxious all the time. It's true that after time, it will no longer effect you like that. Finding a time that works best for you is also important. I believe many people may gain weight because of the "feel good" feeling which makes some reach for added calories. Eating properly, working out can help in keeping the unwanted pounds off. Thanks Francesca61 for sharing some insight into taking an SSRI of any kind and how it can help. Continued success x

[Jayke0524 in reply to Agora1]

Ty so much that was helpful

[Jayke0524 in reply to Agora1]

Today was a little better than yesterday I have a little headache but not as tired

[Agora1 in reply to Jayke0524]

That's good to hear Jayke0524. It may be a matter of adjusting to the new medication. I hope your headache goes away soon. x

[Jayke0524 in reply to Agora1]

It's nice to know people like me who understand

[Jayke0524 in reply to Francesca61]

Ty that was good to hear that