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I have been taking 1 x 20mg citalopram daily since March this year. I am also taking 20mg omperazole for acid reflux. (I have been on and off omperazole for many years) However since April 2015 I have been suffering chronic stomach pain/discomfort and have felt extremely drained and exhausted. I have been to see my doctor and he run a serious of test, Ultrasound, to check liver, gallbladder, kidneys, bladder, spleen and pancreas. All came back clear. I have also had full blood count, glucose test, and stool test for hpylori and again all came back clear. Doctor believes I have IBS. Could it be possible that Citalopram are causing my chronic abdominal discomfort? Any comments on side effects of this medication would be appreciated.
Thanks.
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For me i thought citalopram played havoc with my stomach and had all sorts of tests eg. Endoscopy and colonscopy plus ct scan all came up clear. My consultant advised it was the depression causing the pain and discomfort in my stomach. As I have gone up in dose all these symptoms have vanished. It may be worth having a chat to your gp and perhaps trying 30mg. As you have been on 20 for quite a while. Also make sure you get high strength omega 3 as these fatty acids are vital when depression knocks us off our feet. How are you feeling in yourself other than stomach problems?
Warmest wishes
Lorraine xx
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Depression will generate a lot of pains in your body. We are alike as it went straight to our stomachs. The reason your so exhausted is that your depression is still there. I honestly think you need a meds review with your doctor. Once your depression lifts so will your energy levels and your stomach will feel a lot better too.
Up until 3 days ago I spent most of my time in bed.no energy.no motivation.no appetite and very unsociable. Now it seems the depression is lifting. I have been out today and been very sociable which is something I hadn't been able to do in four months.
Your depression should have lifted if you have been on citalopram since March. Please don't suffer needlessly and get your meds or dosage reviewed. Omega 3 extra strength will help alleviate depression as the fatty acids are so good for the brain. My consultant also recommended this. I take my citalopram in the morning and a omega 3 in the afternoon. As it's natural it can be taken with meds. I think this helped me a lot.
Keep in touch and please chat with your doctor xxx
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lorraine52317 mark75690
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The pain your feeling is real but it's generated by depression which causes havoc in your body. I thought I had an ulcer as my stomach was so bad and throbbed like crazy. I lived on antacids throughout that period.
Try not to worry as it will pass along with the exhaustion. Unfortunately it's about waiting for the citalopram to do its magic. Don't forget the extra strength omega 3!!
Warmest wishes
Lorraine x
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I have been on citalopram and suffered terrible heartburn it was not until I reduced the dosage that the heart burn subsided.
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