new to citalopram

[tjd89p]

hi everyone, im tom 20 years old and just been put on citalopram for depression/anxiety ,im on day 6 and have lost 7lbs since starting,is this a common side affect? i think its due to being sick so much as they have been making me feel pretty ill. if anyone could help this would be great , thanks!

[diane07]

Hi tjd89p

A huge warm welcome to nmp.

You'll get loads of advice and support here and make some lovely friends along the way.

Best wishes

[DirtyMouse]

Hi tom, im on day 2 of 20mg citalopram. Been feeling pretty sick too. Its quite normal an the side effects should ease soon, if you see no improvement in the side effects over the next two weeks maybe your doctor will help you out with that. Dont give up :)