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Does Celexa (citalopram) help you?
Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Sep 27, 2022 | Replies (47)Comment receiving replies
I take one tablet of Citalopram 20 mg each morning. it seems ro be working ok as an antidepressant. But I suffer from chronic fatigue and tiredness from upon awakening all day. I sleep good with a BiPab machine and I have AFIB. Otherwise in good health for an old 85 year old man. I am convinced that my excessive tiredness is caused by a medicine I take and I suspect its Citalopram. Any ideas appreciated.
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I’ve been taking this for so many years, same dosage. I have never had any side effects from it. I has helped me so much
I found that the medication I was taking for my high BP was making me very tired. I switched and now I am fine.
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Hi, @gamesjr - I merged your post with this discussion on citalopram (Celexa) in which you participated previously, as I think you will find some members here who might have some input for you on whether this medication might be causing fatigue.
In this Mayo Clinic information on citalopram, you'll note in the section on "rare" side effects, it mentions lethargy, lack of energy and unusual tiredness or weakness: https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/citalopram-oral-route/side-effects/drg-20062980.
I personally took citalopram (Celexa) several years ago, and I did notice weight gain and a pretty narrow emotional spectrum (no low lows, but no high highs, either), but I don't recall fatigue.
I'm hoping that @cdcc @gailb @lalyfa @imfu @judymcd will have some input for you on chronic fatigue and tiredness from this medication. @parus and @hopeful33250 may also have some thoughts.
What has your doctor said about this issue and a potential connection to citalopram (Celexa)?