I'm looking into taking Citalopram but one of my main obsessions at the moment is around my bowels. I have a fear of needing the toilet when out or in social situations which has resulted in my getting piles (from forcing before going anywhere). Because of my piles I'm always very worried about getting constipated (as I do have quite a poor diet but trying to improve this) and I noticed one of the side effects of this drug is constipation? I just wondered how many people have had this side effect from this drug, and I'd also like to know how many people haven't had this side effect.

If you did get this side effect how long did it last & how severe was it? Sorry if this is TMI!