How quickly does Celexa work for anxiety?

Celexa is a medication used to treat anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder (SAD). While the timing of its effectiveness can vary from person to person, here is what you need to know about how quickly Celexa works for anxiety:

Timing of Effectiveness

It can take several weeks for Celexa to start working for anxiety. Most people will start to notice a reduction in their anxiety symptoms within 4-6 weeks of starting treatment. However, it is important to continue taking the medication as prescribed, even if you do not notice immediate improvement in your symptoms.

Dosage and Treatment Duration

The dosage of Celexa prescribed by your healthcare provider will depend on several factors, including the severity of your symptoms, your age, and your medical history. It is important to follow your healthcare provider’s instructions carefully and not to adjust the dosage or stop taking the medication without consulting with them first.

In general, treatment with Celexa for anxiety is typically long-term, with most individuals taking the medication for several months to a year or longer. Your healthcare provider will monitor your symptoms and adjust your treatment plan as needed.

Combination Treatment

In some cases, a combination of medication and therapy may be the most effective approach for treating anxiety disorders. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), for example, can help individuals learn coping strategies and techniques to manage their anxiety. Combining CBT with medication such as Celexa can lead to better outcomes than either treatment alone.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Celexa is an effective medication for treating anxiety disorders, including GAD, panic disorder, and SAD. While it can take several weeks for the medication to start working, most people will start to notice a reduction in their symptoms within 4-6 weeks of starting treatment. It is important to follow your healthcare provider’s instructions carefully and to continue taking the medication as prescribed, even if you do not notice immediate improvement in your symptoms.


There are various forms of drugs available, such as tablets or liquids, and each may have a separate patient information leaflet (PIL) for different doses. It is important to refer to the PIL for the specific form and dose of the drug that you have been prescribed.

You can search for further information and PILs on websites such as:

  • The British National Formulary (BNF)
  • Electronic medicines compendium (emc)
  • The National Library of Medicine's DailyMed
  • The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 
  • Different drug forms like tablets or liquids have specific patient information leaflets (PIL) for various doses. Refer to the PIL for your prescribed drug form and dose.

    Search for PILs on websites like:

    France

    • ANSM (Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé): ansm.sante.fr

    Spain

    • AEMPS (Agencia Española de Medicamentos y Productos Sanitarios): aemps.gob.es

    Germany

    • BfArM (Bundesinstitut für Arzneimittel und Medizinprodukte): bfarm.de

    Italy

    For questions about your medication:

    • Consult your doctor, a healthcare professional, or a pharmacist

    France

    • Contact SOS Médecins: 3624
    • For mental health support, contact SOS Suicide: 01 45 39 40 00

    Belgium (French)

    Switzerland (French)

    • La Main Tendue: 143
    • Website: 143.ch

    Canada (French)

    • Centre de prévention du suicide du Québec: 1 866 APPELLE (1 866 277-3553)
    • Website: cpsquebec.ca

    Spain

    • Contact emergency number: 112
    • For mental health support, contact Teléfono de la Esperanza: 717 003 717

    Germany

    • Contact emergency number: 112
    • For mental health support, contact Telefonseelsorge: 0800 111 0 111 or 0800 111 0 222

    Italy

    • Contact emergency number: 112
    • For mental health support, contact Telefono Amico: 199 284 284

    Netherlands

    • Contact emergency number: 112
    • For mental health support, contact 113 Zelfmoordpreventie: 0800 0113

    Portugal

    • Contact emergency number: 112
    • For mental health support, contact Sos Voz Amiga: 21 354 45 45, 91 280 26 69, or 96 352 46 60

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