I’ve just started citalopram and it’s making me feel strange. How long does this last for?

Hi there
Thank you for replying. I’m on 10 mg. I feel sick, dizzy, walking on air a little, just like I’ve taken drugs! I feel wired and off my head. Spaced out. This is my 5th day of taking them. I’m hyper sensitive so I sense everything. My friend keeps telling to stick with it and that the effects will fade. I suffer with anxiety and had to start these horrible things. I know they will help but wanted to avoid them.
Antonia

Look at it this way... yes, some people especially if you're sensitive will have these side effects for a short while but how long have you suffered from anxiety and/or depression?
Maybe you could ask your doctor about temporarily reducing your dose until your metabolism adjusts to the medication?
I think you'll find that it was well worth the time and effort once the drug becomes fully effective.
Try to be patient and stay positive!

I’ve had anxiety all my life but tried to manage it on my own. Lately it’s become worse then ever so had to get some help. I’m only on 10mg so can’t really reduce so will stay positive. Thank you

Hi another question. My teeth feeling like I’m clenching them. My jaw feels very tense, will this pass?
Thank you.

Sorry this is so late... I've been offline.
Believe it or not teeth grinding/clenching is an uncommon side effect and I wonder if there isn't some tension involved in this also.
It'll pass... how are you doing today?