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Posted by Shelley on November 29, 2014, at 15:49:04
Hi,
Does switching from zoloft 50 mg to celexa 20 mg necessitate getting off the zoloft first?
Thanks.
Posted by seekinginformation on November 29, 2014, at 19:27:25
In reply to Switching meds, posted by Shelley on November 29, 2014, at 15:49:04
Hi Shelley,
I would check with your doctor on this if you are worried. Some doctors are comfortable with cross tapers, whereas others prefer that you taper off the previous medication first. It all depends on the individual patient, as well as any other meds you are taking.Good luck with the Celexa
> Hi,
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> Does switching from zoloft 50 mg to celexa 20 mg necessitate getting off the zoloft first?
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> Thanks.
Posted by Phillipa on November 30, 2014, at 8:59:52
In reply to Re: Switching meds » Shelley, posted by seekinginformation on November 29, 2014, at 19:27:25
Docs always just went from one to the other with me but it's been a long time and things change so agree check first. Phillipa
Posted by Shelley on November 30, 2014, at 16:16:37
In reply to Switching meds, posted by Shelley on November 29, 2014, at 15:49:04
Thank you both for your response.
I am hesitating about switching because the transition periods are extremely difficult for me physically. My GP supplies me with the ADs. I went off celexa due to severe weakness. The zoloft isn't much different but at least it has a mild dopaminergic effect which makes it a bit more tolerable. That also has its drawbacks because I am schizoaffective and cannot tolerate APs. The zoloft makes it a little difficult to follow conversations. I would like to consult with a pdoc but need to be able to concentrate more in order to get the most out of the appointment. However, the thought of going back to celexa for that purpose, with everything it involves, leaves me putting off everything...
Posted by phidippus on December 1, 2014, at 17:09:02
In reply to Switching meds, posted by Shelley on November 29, 2014, at 15:49:04
No. You can cross taper between the two medications.
Eric
Posted by Shelley on December 3, 2014, at 11:15:27
In reply to Re: Switching meds » Shelley, posted by phidippus on December 1, 2014, at 17:09:02
This is the end of the thread.
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