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Updated September 27, 2011
babygirl2011 Says:
Sun, June 5, 2011

i been taking citalopram 20mg almost a whole month now and this past week i been having diarrhea for five days straight.Is this one of the side affects?

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Verwon Says:
Tue, September 27, 2011

Citalopram is an SSRI antidepressant and yes, it can cause diarrhea, as a side effect.

Usually side effects should hit their peak at around 4 to 6 weeks of use, once the medication hits its full level of effectiveness in the body, then they should taper off.

If it doesn't, or if it becomes more severe, you should contact your doctor, as you may require a lower dosage or switch to a different medication.

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