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What Are The Long-term Side Effects Of Taking Citalopram?

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Question : I have been taking Citalopram for years. I am 61 years old, and I am concerned about the long term effects.
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Answered by Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi (47 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
The drug is safe to use

Detailed Answer:
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Citalopram is a SSRI drug and is safe to use. Even if used in long term basis the drug is safe and doesn't result in serious side effects. No need to worry about long term effects.

Thanks and Take care.
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What Are The Long-term Side Effects Of Taking Citalopram?

Brief Answer: The drug is safe to use Detailed Answer: Hello thanks for asking from HCM Citalopram is a SSRI drug and is safe to use. Even if used in long term basis the drug is safe and doesn't result in serious side effects. No need to worry about long term effects. Thanks and Take care.