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Compare CITALOPRAM HYDROBROMIDE (Citalopram) and PAROXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE (PAROXETINE) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
Citalopram · SSRI
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism of action of citalopram is unclear, but is presumed to be related to potentiation of serotonergic activity in the central nervous system (CNS...
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PAROXETINE · SSRI
How it works
Other agent
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Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 6 Reddit discussions
CITALOPRAM HYDROBROMIDE
33%
positive
6 threads
PAROXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE
0%
positive
0 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
6 Reddit threads analysed for CITALOPRAM HYDROBROMIDE
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
2 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
If I take Zyrtec, its effects last for 24 hours, but it says it stays in my system for 48 hours. Does the drug just not effect my body for the second 24 hours, even though it's still present? How does this work? I'm a singer, and I know that antihistamines are bad for my vocal cords because they dry
Info: Female, 24 years old, 5'4", 150lbs, non-smoking, Celexa 40mg for anxiety + a daily multivitamin and iron supplement Hello! I take 40mg of Celexa (citalopram hydrobromide) for anxiety and have for several years. Now I know when you stop an SSRI, you are supposed to ween off of it, gradually de
Age 26 Male 6 foot even 180lbs (Possibly less by 15lbs now) Caucasian Worsening over the course of 2 weeks. Various symptoms Previous depression issues Perscriped Citalopram Hydrobromide (don't know if he's taking them) I will try to do this progressionally... He is a heavy drinker and cocaine addic
25 Male 6’0 220lb Caucasian 3 days Back of right thigh Anxiety but that’s really the only prevalent thing Citalopram hydrobromide and hydroxyzine I’ve had pimples in this location before but this one is really irritated. It seems as if it’s getting better but I just want to make sure. Any help would
Starting about 6 months ago, once or twice a week I’ve been having an intense feeling of pressure, tension, and pain in my lower left abdomen. It lasts anywhere from 2-30 seconds and can feel like only a little bit of pressure or feel like a lot of pressure and pain, depending on the day. It feels l
Age - 22 Sex - female Height - 168 Weight - 80kgs Race - caucasian Duration of complaint - roughly a month Location (Geographic and on body) - throat Any existing relevant medical issues (if any) - none known Current medications (if any) - citalopram hydrobromide I returned to university for my fina
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Both CITALOPRAM HYDROBROMIDE and PAROXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE belong to the SSRI class. While they share a similar mechanism of action, differences in pharmacokinetics, dosing, and side effect profiles may make one more suitable than the other for individual patients.
Both medications are approved for See full prescribing information. When two drugs treat the same condition, the choice between them often depends on the patient's medical history, other medications, tolerability, and prescriber preference.
CITALOPRAM HYDROBROMIDE carries 4 FDA warnings. PAROXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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