Celexa for Depression User Reviews (Page 4)

• Emma...
• June 15, 2015

"I started Celexa 2 weeks ago, and it's been my lifesaver. I had been depressed since my teens and never wanted help, I refused. Then, I had my little girl a year and a half ago, and I became very angry and emotional, but I was in a bad relationship. I was so sure I didn't need help and no pills to make me better. About a month ago, my partner robbed and left me for another woman. I became an emotional wreck, I just cried and cried, going inside myself, where family and work friends noticed and begged me to get some help. I went to the doctor, he gave me Celexa and another calming drug, lorazepam I think, and within a few days, they worked. I felt so much calmer, no more crying or suicidal thoughts. I feel numb, no emotions in some way helped me a lot. I feel like a much better person for my child."

• Ryan
• February 6, 2022

"I've been taking 10 mg of Celexa daily for a month now, and it's been a complete life-changer. I've had no negative side effects, besides my face hurting from smiling and laughing so much due to how much it's improved my mood."

• Anonymous
• February 28, 2010

"I've been taking Celexa for almost a year now and it's been wonderfully helpful. I've had depression/anxiety on and off for years (as well as hypothyroidism). However, I was always hesitant to take any medication that I didn't feel was 'absolutely necessary', so I never took antidepressants before trying Celexa. Initially, I started with 20 mg, and that worked well for a couple of months, but then I needed to go up to 40 mg, and that has been the dosage that works consistently for me. Other than the first few weeks of treatment, I've had NO bad side effects whatsoever. It has really increased my sex drive (which has been non-existent for years)."

• Anony...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 18, 2023

"I wanted to leave a review for those struggling in the beginning days on Celexa/Citalopram. I had an A-fib episode in early January and was put on a beta blocker. Before this, I had no anxiety or depression, life was great. Soon after starting the beta blocker, I went into a depression and had much anxiety for no reason. I soon learned that beta blockers can cause both depression and anxiety. I weaned off the beta blocker with cardiologist's permission but was still having the depression and anxiety. My primary suggested Citalopram. The first 2 weeks were very difficult to say the least. Fortunately, I was able to take those 2 weeks off of work because I could hardly get out of bed or off the couch. Increased anxiety and worsen depression along with complete loss of appetite and insomnia. But I read a lot of the reviews and everyone kept saying give it time. I am now on day 30 and I feel like me again! Hoping those wanting to give up give it time. It works!"

• Lisabel
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 8, 2014

"Started Celexa a month ago. At first, tremors, dry mouth, shaking, and dead libido. After a week, my jaw was petrified, my teeth hurt, was always biting my tongue. My energy was gone. Was sleeping 9 hours at night and 3-4 hours napping in the afternoon. I was a zombie. I just switched to Wellbutrin, and I pray for better results."

• Anonymous
• December 3, 2012

"I am 46 years old and remember being 5 years old with something just not right in my head. In my late teens, I was really suicidal! I had counseling for seven years and tried a couple of different medications. I felt good, but had side effects that made me quit taking them. Two weeks ago, I had a severe bout with depression that affected me and the ones closest to me. I had been trying to figure out what was wrong with me for forty years and could not find an answer. After opening up to family, I found out nine of us were struggling with depression. My nephew told me to try Celexa because it had changed his life for the better. I have now been on it for one week and am beginning to get my life back!"

• Anonymous
• December 10, 2009

"On and off depression and severe anxiety for 40 years. Tried many medications, most with very uncomfortable side effects. Changed to Celexa over 8 years ago with remarkable results and absolutely no discernible side effects. Doctor had changed the medicine to something new about 3 years ago and my wife made me go back to Celexa after only a few months. Under extreme stress, anxiety does return, but not nearly as severe. I am now 62 years old."

• ldd
• July 15, 2013

"25-year-old female. I started taking 10mg of Celexa after experiencing severe depression. I was having harmful thoughts, insomnia, and anxiety in all aspects of life. I finally succumbed to the fact that I needed to take medication because therapy, exercise, positive thoughts, and other outlets were not working. The first few weeks sucked. I had severe insomnia, couldn't eat, and felt ramped up and clenched my teeth when I did sleep. I never had the zombie experience though. But a few weeks later, the world seemed more clear and happy. Celexa did nothing for my anxiety, I had to add Klonopin, but it worked for my mood swings and depression. I would go on it again if I had to. Just remember everyone has different brain chemistry."

• MB1812
• August 5, 2015

"I've taken this medication for about 3 years now. Back when I was diagnosed with major depression, one of the first medications I tried was Celexa. It helped me out of a very bad place. Like every medication, it has its side effects, but compared to other medications, they are minimal. This medication, along with exercise and a healthy diet, helped turn my life around. There are no side effects worth mentioning besides mild drowsiness and a lack of energy on higher doses. If you feel stuck, I would highly recommend Celexa as your first choice for meds."

• Anonymous
• September 16, 2008

"I started taking Celexa almost 3 weeks ago. For the first week I took half a pill (10 mg). Then I went almost two weeks on 20 mg. I felt it working at first, but then my mood swings were coming back and so was the depression. I just had it upped yesterday to 40 mg, along with Ativan 1 mg for panic/anxiety and Trazodone 50 mg for sleep. It was working well for a while, so I'm assuming I just needed it to be increased. I LOVE the fact it doesn't make you eat more or feel 'weird' like most depression medications. I am very happy with this medicine and can't wait to have my life back."

• AEsp
• February 17, 2017

"I got prescribed this medication for mild anxiety and minor depression. I usually get overwhelmed by things that should feel not so worrisome and replay things that irritate or upset me over and over in my head. I've been on a light dose of Celexa for about a week now. I take it at night and don't have trouble sleeping. I will say right when it hits 6:45 - 7 AM I wake up and am immediately wide awake though. I have definitely noticed a positive change. Not a huge one, but just enough to make me feel more 'normal.' I can be a bit of a drag sometimes and just not my peppy self that I know is hiding in me. This has made me feel much more of a positive, peppy 'good parts of myself' come out more, and I can manage my stress better and lighter than I was before."

• Nicole
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 12, 2018

"I have been on 20 mg of citalopram for 2 years. Just recently increased to 40 mg 6 months ago. The medication does help tremendously, but I am thinking of possibly adding Wellbutrin to get my sex drive back and more energy. Ever since increasing to 40 mg, I am really hungry all of the time and blah. I still feel blue :( just my personal experience, maybe my brain has had enough of SSRIs. Don’t be afraid of trying this medication, though, because it really does help when you’re in a dark place. Good luck, please stay in close touch with your doctors through the process, and if they aren’t helping, then switch. Good luck, xo."

• Anonymous
• June 5, 2015

"After a tragic death in my family, my depression got worse. I did not realize I had depression until this tragedy occurred. I would cry every day to exhaustion -- until I had nothing left -- just a lifeless emptiness. My doctor put me on citalopram, and I am on 30 mg/day. I feel so much better!! -- no real highs and no real lows. I have tried to go medication-free, but it is not meant to be. I will have to be on this for life, and I am thankful for this drug."

• Middl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 30, 2020

"I've been on Celexa for a few days, and I'm experiencing some odd side effects. I can't seem to stop twitching, and I have a cold, clammy sweat. I'm currently taking 10 mg. I'm hoping that my body will adjust to it over time and these effects will subside."

• lovin...
• September 30, 2009

"I've been on Celexa for a little over a year now for extreme depression and anxiety, and I have found it to be very helpful (as well as affordable if you are one of the many Americans without health insurance). Side effects were minimal and limited to some headaches and excessive yawning, both of which completely disappeared with time."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 3, 2016

"I have only been on Celexa for 4 days. I take 10 mg. I sleep very little, sweating, nausea, and have become very anxious about everything. I do drink a lot of water. I just want to feel like myself again."

• Anonymous
• January 27, 2012

"I've been on Celexa 20mg for 15 years now and I love it. I started with Paxil and then tried Zoloft and Wellbutrin. The last three medications made me feel like a zombie. But Celexa is different. Celexa made me feel like myself again, no side effects. I had a big depression (due to baby blues and multiple surgeries and lots of pain for long periods of time). Celexa SAVED MY LIFE. I've been on 20mg for all this time and didn't have to increase the dosage. If I try to stop, I become suicidal again (with no reasons at all) so I will keep taking this wonderful life-saving medicine forever. Thank you for saving me. You cannot 'control' depression with your 'will'. Depression is a sickness, like diabetes or heart problems, and Celexa is the best."

• Lisa
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 21, 2013

"Taking Celexa has helped me tremendously. Since being on it, I no longer have constant thoughts of suicide. I've been on it for 4 months but started to feel relief in just 2 weeks. I had very mild side effects in the beginning like dry mouth, but they only lasted for the first month."

• Gelly
• March 26, 2015

"I am taking Celexa 20 mg for four months now, and my depression is better. I am not crying every single moment. I still have anxiety, but for depression, it works.☺️ Also, I am more sociable now. It takes a few months, though."

• I...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 3, 2017

"I love Celexa. I was getting depressed after long hours of med school and studying and feeling like I had no time for enjoyment. Celexa took about 3 weeks to work, but it worked and continues to work. I no longer feel depressed every day. Sometimes I sink into depression, but I am able to snap out of it much quicker. I feel less moody, and my boyfriend has noticed an improvement in my mood. The only side effect I experience is decreased sex drive/harder time climaxing, but I would prefer that over going off the deep end. I will continue to take this and consider weaning myself from it once life is less stressful. Great medicine that can save your life."

• Leah
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 24, 2019

"I started this medication today, about 8 hours ago and I thought it'd be cool to leave a day 1 review. This is my first SSRI and I am usually sensitive to medications. Maybe I'll come back and update it, however, 6 hours in I had pressure in my head, and felt really tired. I took a small nap for 20 mins and now it's 2 am and I can't sleep and I feel like I could do 100 laps. The energy spike is definitely there. Someone also told a joke and I could NOT stop laughing, even 30 mins after the joke had passed. That's really it, nothing extremely negative like I've read. ~Leah."

• Pilgrim...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 6, 2012

"I've been taking Celexa for years. It all began when I hit menopause and with a high-stress job, I felt my feelings & life were spiraling out of control. Every action seemed so intense. This little pill took the edge off the pain and desperate feelings and brought me back to my old, content, happy self."

• Julesrn
• February 8, 2016

"I have been taking citalopram since I'm 19 years old, after an acute life event. I started with 20 mg a day PO, which helped me for over 1 year. After 1 year, I felt that my depression was coming back, so I talked to my physician, and we increased the daily dose to 40 mg PO. I am now taking this medication for over 6 years, and for me, it's the one and only medication that helps. Yes, I have had some side effects like losing weight (15 pounds), trouble sleeping (5-6 hours) a day max, and insomnia. But still, I can finally start living my normal life, which I could not do without this medication. I work as an RN in an ED and see a lot of patients with depression, PTSD (like me) or other problems who don't take any medications, which I would not recommend."

• LDeeH...
• November 10, 2016

"I was placed on Celexa in 2008 and have been on it ever since. Although at one point in 2011, I thought I could stop taking it and took myself off for about 3 months and felt the difference. It has truly given me back my peace and happiness!!!"

• Crazy...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 29, 2015

"I suffer from PTSD and severe chronic depression. I have been on multiple medications, taking 10-12 pills a day. My doctor recommended Celexa for depression as well as my anxiety, and guess what. I am now on 4 pills a day: Celexa for depression, Klonopin for my anxiety attacks, Ambien to help me sleep, and Prazosin to keep my nightmares at bay. Celexa works for me amazingly, it has calmed me down some, and I used to just burst out in tears at the simplest things because they reminded me of my past. Not anymore. Although I have it a 9 and not a 10 because the first couple of weeks are rough. I was very, VERY lethargic and sleepy, and I was still having mood swings, which got a little worse. I stuck with it, and it changed me."