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RSD Alert is a voluntary
organisation publishing RSD/CRPS
information, mostly provided
by our readers.
Every approved medical drug works for some people but not for others.
Don't be alarmed by what you read. If in doubt consult your medical
advisor.
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Drugs |
Drugs on RSD Alert
(notes and comments from correspondents) |
Cipramil |
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Description |
Cipramil (citalopram) Classed as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, this drug is used in the initial phase of treatment of depressive illness to inhibit potential relapse or recurrence. Normally supplied as drops, it is also available in tablet form. Contains citalopram hydrobromide. |
Side effects(Don't be unduly alarmed. All drugs cause side effects for some patients) |
Constipation. Diarrhoea, dizziness, dry mouth, dyspepsia, fatigue, headache, nausea, restlessness, sleep disturbances, somnolence, sweating, sweating, tremor, weight loss or gain. Less commonly reported side effects - agitation, confusion, decreased libido, feelings of malaise, impaired concentration, nasal congestion, skin rash, yawning. |
Warnings(These are standard cautions but may not be applicable to your case) |
This drug has not yet been proven safe for use in pregnancy or for nursing mothers. It may result in impaired ability to drive or operate machinery. Not recommended for children up to the age of 18 years. Its effects on concentration may make it dangerous for users of this drug to attempt to drive a motor vehicle. |
Comments |
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I was prescribed Lofepramine 70Mg, two a day, one first thing, the other before 4 pm. I suffered dry mouth, sleeplessness, indigestion, dizziness, lack of appetite all within the first 10 days, then an increasing amount of blurred vision that led to me coming off the drug. Has anyone else had blurred vision, and how long did it last? How long before your vision got back to normal? I only had it in one eye. After three days on no drug, I was prescriped Cipramil, and the blurred vision seems to be worse again, so I have been advised to come off that too. Jane- Basildon, Essex, UK I have blurred vision, tremors, severe weight gain, self harmed (with no prior history), suicidal thoughts (no prior history) acne and hair loss. Rebecca - Manchster, England I have been taking Cipramil for about 14 weeks. Since the end of the first couple of weeks I have not been able to sleep due to a horrendous irritating cough which wakes me up (and everyone else in the house). It is just as troublesome during the day too and I am at my wits end. I can't sleep and I can't work properly. has anyone else had the same experience? Su - Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, UK I have been on more than seven different medications for depression
and anxiety disorder and I have found cipramil the most effective
in treating my anxiety and mood. I find if I wean myself off I
tend to have an initial "high" period but after that
I tend to revert to being very irritable and stressed. The main
side effects that I have noticed is that my hands and feet are
always sweaty, my concentration when driving is very lax and that
my libido has totally vanished. I would be interested in hearing
from other people who have had similar symptoms (in the libido
area) and whether there are any treatments (homeopathic or otherwise)
which may be helpful. Mel - Wellington, New Zealand I have been on Cipramil for about 5 years. I have no side affects
as discribed by others. I take one very week and it helps me with
stress. I have never tried anything else, so Ican't compare it
with others. Tomas -Dublin, Ireland |
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