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Does Hydroxyzine And Citalopram Help Cure Anxiety?
Question: I was prescribed Hydroxyzine, and Citalopram for my anxiety. Which do you think is more appropriate to overcome fight or flight anxiety, and allow my body and immune system to get back to normal. Also I would like to take them before bed because I'm concerned that they might affect my personality during the day, and I'm in a high profile sales job.
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Citalopram and hydroxyzine are both effective for management of anxiety. Citalopram is the most effective in the long run, but can take up to 4-6 weeks to achieve maximum benefit. Hydroxyzine is fast-acting. Both can be taken at bedtime, but neither will affect your personality.
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Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Citalopram and hydroxyzine are both effective for management of anxiety. Citalopram is the most effective in the long run, but can take up to 4-6 weeks to achieve maximum benefit. Hydroxyzine is fast-acting. Both can be taken at bedtime, but neither will affect your personality.
Please remember to rate and close this thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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