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Tapering: Celexa

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Hi, I'm HappyAgain!

May 2, 2026··
Work and extreme endurance running stresses caused a nervous breakdown (I think!). Citalopram initially made it 100 times worse! Feeling great now after several years and thinking about gradually reducing dosage....

Celexa — 20mg — 3 years — researching taper

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Catina
Catina4mo ago
Community AnchorEffexor
Hi HappyAgain, and welcome! I'm sorry you went through a rough period in your life, but I'm glad to hear you're in a much better place now! You've come to the right place to learn about Hyperbolic tapering and why it's the safest way to get off psychiatric medication. Have a look at the Learn section in the Navigation Bar on the left side of the site. It's recommended to taper no more than 10% each month of the previous month's dose. With a hyperbolic taper, the reductions will get smaller and smaller the closer you get to zero. Some find that they can only taper by 5% or even less. It's all about finding what's best for you since everyone is so different. Have you discussed your desire to taper with your doctor? If not, and you need help doing so, we have some suggestions on how to approach the matter. Also, you can check out Find a Provider to locate a qualified deprescribing doctor if you so desire. Here is some clinical information about Celexa: https://taper.community/drugs/celexa We're glad to have you and are here for help and support anytime you need to reach out. Catina 🩷

Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 17.92 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Levothyroxine - 25 mcg

“Your brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.”

Please Note: I am not a healthcare professional. Any advice given is based on personal experience and that of others in the lay withdrawal community.

Based
BasedStaff4mo ago
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Hey! Totally feel you, former marathoner. Thanks for joining us, hoping to see you on your journey and well be here to support you!

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