Accidentally took 60mg citalopram

[ShaunRyder]

So I am on 30mg citalopram daily but this morning I was in a rush and forgot I took my dose earlier than normal and took it again, so I've had 60mg, have I overdosed? Should I get checked out or go to and e?

[NancyW]

Why not call a pharmacist?

[ankietyjoe]

60mg used to be the highest recommended daily dose and has since been reduced to 40mg.

As a one off however, 60mg is highly unlikely to cause you any problems. You might feel a bit different?

I would call NHS direct, just to tell them that you've taken it and allow them to guide you.

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[panic_down_under]

So I am on 30mg citalopram daily but this morning I was in a rush and forgot I took my dose earlier than normal and took it again, so I've had 60mg, have I overdosed? Should I get checked out or go to and e?

A single 60mg dose is very unlikely to have a significant impact and will most probably produce few if any symptoms with anxiety and agitation being the most likely. I would avoid driving, or engaging in other potentially hazardous activities in case your judgement is affected.