Citalopram Side Effects

Citalopram Hydrobromide

Common Side Effects

Citalopram has been studied thoroughly in clinical trials, in which the side effects seen in a group of people taking the drug are documented and compared to another group not taking the medicine. This way, it is possible to see what side effects occur, how often they appear, and how they compare to the group not taking the medicine.

Based on these studies, the most common side effects of citalopram include:

Nausea -- in up to 21 percent of people
Dry mouth -- up to 20 percent (see Celexa and Dry Mouth)
Drowsiness -- up to 18 percent
Insomnia -- up to 15 percent (see Celexa and Insomnia)
Increased sweating -- up to 11 percent
Shakiness (tremor) -- up to 8 percent
Diarrhea -- up to 8 percent
Ejaculation problems -- up to 6 percent (see Celexa Sexual Side Effects).

Other common reactions (occurring in 2 percent to 5 percent of people) include:

Upper respiratory tract infections (similar to the common cold)
Runny or irritated nose or sinus infections
Fatigue
Indigestion or heartburn
Vomiting
Anxiety or agitation
Loss of appetite (see Celexa and Weight Loss)
Erectile dysfunction (ED or impotence) (see Celexa Sexual Side Effects)
Painful menstrual cramps
Abdominal pain (stomach pain)
Fever
Muscle pain or joint pain
Decreased sex drive (see Celexa Sexual Side Effects)
Yawning.

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