I've been on Citalopram for 3 weeks. First time on medication. I went to docs few days ago, decided to keep me on the same dose as had a few benefits so far. But for the past 3 days I've been feeling really weird, like I'm not here if that makes sense. Been feeling confused a lot as well and forgetting what I'm doing. I have suffered with depersonalization before but this seems more deeper than that. It's such a weird feeling. All other side effects besides dry mouth and vivid dreams have passed. Has anyone else felt like this? It's making me feel like I'm losing my mind and causing me a lot of anxiety. Really hope it passes and quick. It's taken me 3 years to have the courage to take medication. I take it for anxiety and panic attacks.
I had an incident where i sat on the floor at Walmart and cried because i was so confused. After three months the severity of confusion has lessened. CIT probably saved my life because i was contemplating ending my life. Be very careful with alcohol because blackouts occur fairly often. Its all worth it to feel happy to be alive
Hi Skye
yes this is a side effect. It will pass. I was on this med for years. Was very helpful.
lynda
You are NOT losing your mind! I have been on Citalopram for years now after a traumatic family tragedy - it does take courage to take medication but would you refuse medical help for a physical illness? I have just upped my dose and am experiencing the symptoms you describe. I had forgotten how rubbish it makes you feel but I did settle on the 20mg so like you hoping this passes soon. It's not ideal but ultimately it raises the base line of my depression so is worth it. So glad I have found this forum.