Posted by azalea on October 28, 2008, at 22:43:03
In reply to Re: SSRI's making me more anxious!!, posted by momlucyzoe on October 28, 2008, at 22:39:45
You've definitely given it a fair trial. Sounds like it's not the right med for you. Not to worry though, many options available.
> > How long ago did you start citalopram? What dose?
> > Increased anxiety and panic attacks can occur when starting an SSRI. Starting at a low dose and gradually increasing may decrease these symptoms.
> >
> Hi Azalea -
> I started citalopram about 9 weeks ago at 20mg then increased it, per my psychiatrist to 40mg after 7 days. I stayed on the 40mg for a good 7 days but I felt much worse on the 40mg, consulted with her again and she told me to go back to 20mg for about 2 weeks then try 40 again. It was bad again at 40, so now i'm back to 20, but last night decided to wean on my own and i'm taking 10mg now per day.
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> I feel like I've given it a good shot and I think by now it should be helping, but it's making my anxiety worse to the point where I don't want to drive my car because I have panic attacks in the car of all places!
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