Citalopram Side Effects

Shakiness, nausea, and dry mouth are among some of the potential side effects that may develop while taking citalopram. Side effects are, in most cases, minor and do not require medical attention, but you should let your healthcare provider know immediately if you experience hallucinations, chest palpitations, or any signs of an allergic reaction. Other rare citalopram side effects (occurring in less than 1 percent of patients) include hypothyroidism, diabetes, and congestive heart failure.

 

Citalopram Side Effects: An Introduction

As with any medicine, there are possible side effects with citalopram hydrobromide (Celexa®). However, not everyone who takes the antidepressant will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate the medication well. When citalopram side effects do occur, in most cases they are minor and either require no treatment or can be easily treated by you or your healthcare provider.
 
(This article covers many, but not all, of the possible side effects with citalopram. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of citalopram side effects with you.)
 

Common Side Effects of Citalopram

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:
 
Other common side effects of citalopram (occurring in 2 percent to 5 percent of people) include:
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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