Posted by glenn on October 25, 2003, at 4:01:34
In reply to Getting off of Celexa, posted by Reesa on October 24, 2003, at 22:58:29
Same drug, same lenth of time, my doc who is excellent says, episode 1 you stay on 6 months after feeling well, episode 2 18 months, episode 3 a life sentence I am afaid!
As far as coming off goes, take half the time you were on it, ie 6 months, use the liquid celexa and reduce in 1 mg steps say every week or two.
Do not be afraid to up the dose if necessary temporarily and at the end maybe go even slower and in smaller units. YOU NEED THE LIQUID FOR THIS!!!!Glenn
ps I think most docs are ignorant *********s, this one seems very caring and knowledgable!
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