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How long does it take for antidepressants to take full effect?

Asked by funadvice about 1 year ago, 3 answers.

I've been on 60mg citalopram for 7wk so far.
opinions seem to vary from 1wk to 3 mths!

Answered by harley1375 on Jan 04, 2008, 02:21PM
617 answers

see your doctor, a professional will give the best advice.

Answered by sue90 on Jan 04, 2008, 06:28PM
2347 answers

Dear geriann,
This drug typically works anywhere from 2 weeks to 4 or more weeks. If you are not seeing any results within this time see your doctor. Medications such as these begin with trial and error. It may take several tries to get the proper dose for you.
Sue...good luck

Answered by funadvice on Jan 05, 2008, 04:23PM
53985 answers

^ thanks.
yeah I'm finding it difficult to get the right med's to help me.
I was on prozac...varying from 20, 40, 60mg.
then I was put on the citalopram...varying from 20, 40 and now 60mg.

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