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Posted by Mimi on December 26, 1998, at 1:08:48
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Dawn on December 24, 1998, at 13:00:55
>I have been on just about every antidepressant out there. Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil, Effexor, Wellbrutin, Serzone, to name a few. Celexa has given me the least amount of side effects, although I've only been on it for about two weeks. So far I noticed being a little jittery and nauseated right after taking it. I have been diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and was wondering if anyone has complained of fatigue from this drug. Also, I am a weightlifter, and was wondering if anyone has noticed any loss of strength with this drug because I heard that it could be a side effect. Any info from other women on this drug would be greatly appreciated. > I have been on this drug for three weeks and feel much better. All of my side affects are gone, but I feel anxious most of the time. Does any one know if this is a side affect or do you think it is from something else.
> I have been on Celexa for about 2 weeks and still feel anxious, also. My side effects are slowly going away that seemed so severe at first. I'd like to know if the anxiety is from something else or the meds.
Posted by Tina on December 26, 1998, at 6:05:05
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Mimi on December 26, 1998, at 1:08:48
I have been on Celexa since September 24th. I noticed almost immediate results. I'm on it for depression, anxiety, and OCD. I still feel anxious, depending on certain situations. However, the depression and OCD have been diminished greatly. I have searched high and low for side effects, drug interations, etc. The 1999 PDR does not even contain info on this drug. There is very little info provided by the pharmacist. My side effects have been severely decreased sexual libido, great tiredness, and inability to make myself exercise. I hate all of these side effects, but love the fact that my symptoms are so minimal now. My doctor and counselor keep telling me to push myself and try to at least walk or keep moving and hopefully the sleepiness will diminish.
Posted by gayle on December 26, 1998, at 9:10:00
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Tina on December 26, 1998, at 6:05:05
> I have been on Celexa since September 24th. I noticed almost immediate results. I'm on it for depression, anxiety, and OCD. I still feel anxious, depending on certain situations. However, the depression and OCD have been diminished greatly. I have searched high and low for side effects, drug interations, etc. The 1999 PDR does not even contain info on this drug. There is very little info provided by the pharmacist. My side effects have been severely decreased sexual libido, great tiredness, and inability to make myself exercise. I hate all of these side effects, but love the fact that my symptoms are so minimal now. My doctor and counselor keep telling me to push myself and try to at least walk or keep moving and hopefully the sleepiness will diminish.
< I have been on celexa for 5 weeks. I feel good, I'm on 20 mil. I've never been on antidepressants before celexa. (wait, thats not true, I tried paxil for 1 week and never got up out of my living room floor)As far as exercise I dance the tango and seem to have a lot of energy. I have also maintained muscle, therefore It has not affected my ability to work out. However, I do have one side effect and that is sexual.
Posted by Dave on December 26, 1998, at 20:05:35
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by gayle on December 26, 1998, at 9:10:00
> I have been on celexa since 11-24 and am up to 60mg. I did not know this was a high dosage until checking the net. I had several days of anxiety and lightheadedness during first week and at each increase in dosage. This is my first time on such medication and I am embarassed to be on it. I also am having sexual trouble. Almost immediately I could not get a erection or ejaculate. This condition has improved but is not at premedication levels. The Dr. tells me to let some more time go by and then if need be we can add medication to help mitigate the sexual side effects. I also have gained some wt and am more tired but have trouble sleeping. Dr. said that should pass too. Have any guys had their sexual activity restored to premed days?> I have been on Celexa since September 24th. I noticed almost immediate results. I'm on it for depression, anxiety, and OCD. I still feel anxious, depending on certain situations. However, the depression and OCD have been diminished greatly. I have searched high and low for side effects, drug interations, etc. The 1999 PDR does not even contain info on this drug. There is very little info provided by the pharmacist. My side effects have been severely decreased sexual libido, great tiredness, and inability to make myself exercise. I hate all of these side effects, but love the fact that my symptoms are so minimal now. My doctor and counselor keep telling me to push myself and try to at least walk or keep moving and hopefully the sleepiness will diminish.
> < I have been on celexa for 5 weeks. I feel good, I'm on 20 mil. I've never been on antidepressants before celexa. (wait, thats not true, I tried paxil for 1 week and never got up out of my living room floor)As far as exercise I dance the tango and seem to have a lot of energy. I have also maintained muscle, therefore It has not affected my ability to work out. However, I do have one side effect and that is sexual.
Posted by Bryan on December 26, 1998, at 21:11:56
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Dave on December 26, 1998, at 20:05:35
I have just started using Celexa. How long does it take before the drug starts to take effect? I have not had a side effect of tiredness, but I have only taken the drug four days.
Posted by steve on December 26, 1998, at 22:45:06
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Dave on December 26, 1998, at 20:05:35
I have been on 40 mgs of Celexa for about 6 weeks. I have been on all of the other antidepressants, most notably, prozac at 80 mgs for 4 years. My feelings about celexa are mixed. I feel pretty good, but the sexual side-effects are still there (not as bad as prozac though). Also, I've noticed that it's not very good on the anxiety, but on the other hand I've had some significant weight loss! I have resigned myself to the fact that as long as I'm on anti-depressants, there just isn't going to be any great sex. Has anyone had good responses with Serzone over the long-haul???
Posted by Dawn on December 27, 1998, at 7:59:36
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Bryan on December 26, 1998, at 21:11:56
> I have just started using Celexa. How long does it take before the drug starts to take effect? I have not had a side effect of tiredness, but I have only taken the drug four days.
I've been taking celexa for about two and a half weeks. My most noticeable side effects are yawning, decreased sex life(which sucks most), and sleepiness. I was perscribed this for anxiety but doesn't seem to rid of all the anxiety by far. Does anyone know if the side effects will go away or remain?
Posted by Brian on December 27, 1998, at 9:35:28
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Alayne on November 10, 1998, at 16:20:13
I began Celexa about 3 weeks ago and thus far I have been seeing some improvements. Having taken Prozac some four years ago I have also seen some improvements. Don't miss the point though, any drug taken must be used in combination with soal enriching experiences. You are in command of your life while Celexa is only a tempory stepping stone to reach your wildest dreams.
Posted by Mary on December 27, 1998, at 14:06:18
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by ginny on December 22, 1998, at 10:30:03
> >I have been taking celexa for 1 1/2 wk. for panic attacks and had to
adjust dosage down to 10mg as anxiety increased and insomnia with
20mg. So far I am much better already.
Posted by steve on December 27, 1998, at 16:17:43
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Dave on December 26, 1998, at 20:05:35
Just wondering what people's experiences have been with sexual side-effects with celexa (especially at higher doses and compared with Serzone).
Posted by gayle on December 27, 1998, at 20:52:04
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by steve on December 27, 1998, at 16:17:43
> Just wondering what people's experiences have been with sexual side-effects with celexa (especially at higher doses and compared with Serzone).
> Well Steve, if I'm on 20mg and I have to work this hard, (did I mention that I'm a female?) I don't know what to tell you , it may be an individual thing. I don't know anything about serzone.
Posted by david on December 27, 1998, at 21:33:00
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by jak on December 25, 1998, at 21:21:27
I've been taking celexa for 12 days at 20 mg doses
I don't feel any effects just a little drowsiness
the first few days thats it will my doctor increase
the dosage or is their a reason it is this low.
Posted by Pam on December 28, 1998, at 1:37:28
In reply to celexa & depakote, posted by gabby on December 21, 1998, at 7:30:23
> After being on Zoloft for 4+ years, I am just starting celexa. Has anyone used it in combination with Depakote?
.I have been taking Celexa with depakote since September. I started the Celexa gradually at just
10mg/day. Too keep side effects minimal. When I
got up to 40mg/day, the world changed for me. Everything has been great. No side effects for me. I continue with Celexa and have even been able to lower my depakote to 500mg/day.
Posted by Sandra Gilliam on December 28, 1998, at 18:19:31
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Mary on December 27, 1998, at 14:06:18
I am just starting Celexa 10mg. I had have such
terrible reactions to other medications for depression that I feel that this is my last chance. I also, have a panic disorder. I have been taking Activan o.5 on and off for the last four months. But I don't see any improvement. I would appreciate hearing from someone with the same kind of problem I have.
Posted by CAT on December 28, 1998, at 19:17:32
In reply to celexa, posted by connie on November 3, 1998, at 19:20:02
I am on day 3 of CELEXA. I hope it works for me. I was allergic to several others and this one has very LITTLE side effects! I really need it for stress and anxiety. Will it work for those ???? PLEASE, email me, anyone...
Posted by Julie Fallone on December 28, 1998, at 22:38:35
In reply to Re: celexa & depakote, posted by Pam on December 28, 1998, at 1:37:28
>
How about weight gain and or weight loss with the Celexa and Depakote? Just started on the Celexa after 6 (count em' 6) years on paxil. Throw in a little Diazepam for the HORRIBLE paxil withdrawal.(and I take 1000 mg of the Depakote)
Posted by Rodger on December 29, 1998, at 9:59:12
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Dave on December 28, 1998, at 21:45:56
I've been taking Celexa since it was first released. I am unable to tolerate any of the other antidepressants at a theraputic level for a variety of unwanted side effects. I have read that 75% of people treated in Europe are on 20 mg daily. I take 20 mg at bedtime and I have not noticed any side effects. In the past, I used sex as a stress reducer for my depression. I felt like I had to have it. With Celexa I don't feel that way. I can go for days without it and not start a major argument by making it a priority. I have sex about 4x a week and I experience NO side effects. I am on a drug cocktail...I don't want to take up a whole page here, but if anyone would like to ask me any further questions, please feel free to email. I am a very open person and I don't think anything you would ask me would offend me
Posted by Marie on December 29, 1998, at 12:30:08
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Brian on December 27, 1998, at 9:35:28
> I began Celexa about 3 weeks ago and thus far I have been seeing some improvements. Having taken Prozac some four years ago I have also seen some improvements. Don't miss the point though, any drug taken must be used in combination with soal enriching experiences. You are in command of your life while Celexa is only a tempory stepping stone to reach your wildest dreams.
> I have been taking Celexa for 8 weeks now (after trying everything else out there). I have never felt better!! My mind is clear, its almost like a veil has been lifted. I hope I continue on the up swing with this. With a clear mind it seems like I can really take control of my life.
I take it in the morning with food, the only problem I have is some anxiety and in the evening my legs feel twitchy.
Posted by Pam on December 29, 1998, at 17:20:15
In reply to Re: celexa & depakote, posted by Julie Fallone on December 28, 1998, at 22:38:35
> >
> How about weight gain and or weight loss with the Celexa and Depakote? Just started on the Celexa after 6 (count em' 6) years on paxil. Throw in a little Diazepam for the HORRIBLE paxil withdrawal.(and I take 1000 mg of the Depakote)
>> Julie. No weight gain for me from Celexa.
I get weight gain from the Depakote which I have been taking for 7 years.
Posted by nancy on December 29, 1998, at 17:27:26
In reply to Re: celexa & depakote, posted by bev on December 21, 1998, at 10:21:36
> I have been on celexa for two weeks. I feel much better, but I feel anxious alot of the time.
> Does anyone know if this is from the drug or something else.
> I didn't see it as one of the side effects.Well, now, are you certain that the anxiety has nothing to do with a cycling up toward mania?
Have you ever been disturbed by mixed-states? That is, do you comorbidly experience depression and mania, ever?Your mad scientist,
(and getting pissier by the day as my illness is not stablizing),
Nancy
Posted by Nancy on December 29, 1998, at 18:31:53
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Dave on December 26, 1998, at 20:05:35
> > I have been on celexa since 11-24 and am up to 60mg. I did not know this was a high dosage until checking the net. I had several days of anxiety and lightheadedness during first week and at each increase in dosage. This is my first time on such medication and I am embarassed to be on it. I also am having sexual trouble. Almost immediately I could not get a erection or ejaculate. This condition has improved but is not at premedication levels. The Dr. tells me to let some more time go by and then if need be we can add medication to help mitigate the sexual side effects. I also have gained some wt and am more tired but have trouble sleeping. Dr. said that should pass too. Have any guys had their sexual activity restored to premed days?> I have been on Celexa since September 24th. I noticed almost immediate results. I'm on it for depression, anxiety, and OCD. I still feel anxious, depending on certain situations. However, the depression and OCD have been diminished greatly. I have searched high and low for side effects, drug interations, etc. The 1999 PDR does not even contain info on this drug. There is very little info provided by the pharmacist. My side effects have been severely decreased sexual libido, great tiredness, and inability to make myself exercise. I hate all of these side effects, but love the fact that my symptoms are so minimal now. My doctor and counselor keep telling me to push myself and try to at least walk or keep moving and hopefully the sleepiness will diminish.
> > < I have been on celexa for 5 weeks. I feel good, I'm on 20 mil. I've never been on antidepressants before celexa. (wait, thats not true, I tried paxil for 1 week and never got up out of my living room floor)As far as exercise I dance the tango and seem to have a lot of energy. I have also maintained muscle, therefore It has not affected my ability to work out. However, I do have one side effect and that is sexual.=================================================
Perhaps your doctor would consider polypharmacy, since you seem to react strongly to celexa's side effects. He could put you on a lower dose of celexa and a low dose of some other AD, like wellbutrin. So now, you would have double the AD benefits of two neuroleptics but, with minimal propensity for side-effects.Mind Over Madness,
Nancy
Posted by james on December 29, 1998, at 21:16:16
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Rodger on December 29, 1998, at 9:59:12
> I've been taking Celexa since it was first released. I am unable to tolerate any of the other antidepressants at a theraputic level for a variety of unwanted side effects. I have read that 75% of people treated in Europe are on 20 mg daily. I take 20 mg at bedtime and I have not noticed any side effects. In the past, I used sex as a stress reducer for my depression. I felt like I had to have it. With Celexa I don't feel that way. I can go for days without it and not start a major argument by making it a priority. I have sex about 4x a week and I experience NO side effects. I am on a drug cocktail...I don't want to take up a whole page here, but if anyone would like to ask me any further questions, please feel free to email. I am a very open person and I don't think anything you would ask me would offend me
Hello, Merry X-mas/Happy New Year. I have been using Celexa for a month now and I am happy with the results. I was put on it for stress induced hives I haven't had a hive breakout since I started taking it. I am on 20mg daily and I take it in the early evening. I have not had any negative side effects as of yet. I do experience an increase in yawning at night and my eyes use to tear more (has stopped), but that is it. I am very pleased with the results. I am able to control the stress in my life. I will continue to keep in touch.
Posted by Nancy on December 29, 1998, at 22:43:58
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Dawn on December 27, 1998, at 7:59:36
> > I have just started using Celexa. How long does it take before the drug starts to take effect? ***A:{You may begin to feel the AD affect within the first week. Full effect is usually achieved at the four week marker.}
I have not had a side effect of tiredness, but I have only taken the drug four days. ***{Tiredness is a common symptom of depression. An effective AD at therapeutic dose should not give you somnolence.}
> I've been taking celexa for about two and a half weeks. My most noticeable side effects are yawning, decreased sex life(which sucks most), and sleepiness. ***{Possibly these somatic complaints are yet symtoms of your depression. Don't be too quick to dismiss the fact that you are depressed. You must expect these symptoms until they can be medically corrected. Only you can tell if it be the fault of the pharmacopoeia. But, it's a bit ironic to think that the med which was well intended to diminish your physical discomforts would actually be causing you harm?}.
I was perscribed this for anxiety but doesn't seem to rid of all the anxiety by far. Does anyone know if the side effects will go away or remain? ***{The real trick in medicine is knowing the side-effects from the symptoms. Where does one end and the other begin? If side-effects are a problem for you. You probably have the option to polypharmacy. Taking a very low dose of two or three different ADs greatly diminishes any side-effects, while giving you the coverage you need to fend off depression.}
Hey, if all else fails, there's always ECT.
From the wild side,
Nancy
Posted by enricamanieri on December 30, 1998, at 0:19:26
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by ginny on December 22, 1998, at 10:30:03
Dear Ginny,
That's interesting that you experienced
anxiousness with Celexa. I, on the other hand
am only taking 5 miligrams and feel
kind of sedated. I just started taking Celexa
about a week ago. I need to boost my amount, but
I am afraid it will make me too tired. Did
you ever experience any kind of sleepiness?
I am actually taking it for anxiety/panic disorder.
My anxiety has gone away, but now I feel kind of
slow and sleepy.
Posted by Dell on December 30, 1998, at 4:12:36
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by phil on December 20, 1998, at 23:26:29
> .been on drug for 5 weeks, sex is great and normal was on paxel had problems getting off.
> paxil was the best for my problem but the weight gain was unreal so i changed to celexa, but stomach stays upset all time which gives me same feeling of the problem i had please give me feed back on differnt medication , philI just started taking Celexa a few months ago and stoped because my hair started falling out. Its the first Anti depressant I've ever taken & I feel a whole lot better. Mild stomach upset the first few days was the only bad thing about it, & that wasnt to bad. Any guys that have been having hair loss please respond. Thank you.
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