• Depression

I’ve been on Celexa for one month. 10mg for 3 weeks. And upped to 20mg 8 days ago. I have insomnia, from anxiety normally. So, using to treat possible depression and anxiety disorder. Is it normal to not be able to sleep even with Ativan? Also, nausea started 7 days after raised dose. And last two says I feel more depressed than ever before in my life. Are these normal feelings after raising dose on Celexa.

3 Answers

  • Phychiatrist
  • Grapevine, Texas

About medication interactions or side effects, please consult your healthcare provider. They can give you personalized advice based on your individual situation.

  • Psychiatrist
  • Stuart, FL

There is no normal, only you. If worse stop it.

Consider another medication if you decide to stay on meds

  • Psychiatrist
  • Tulsa, OK

Increased depression after increasing a dose of an SSRI is not a typical response. This may not be the right medication for you. If the depression significantly worsens, I would recommend contacting your prescriber for a sooner appointment. You might also discuss a different treatment for insomnia because long term benzodiazepine use can lead to dependence and worsen insomnia because of your body developing a tolerance to it.

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