Dear Dr., and anyone who might have an answer to this problem:
I have been prescribed Celexa to help me manage anxiety due to being 3 monthes in bed with excruciating pain due to multiple herniated disks.
I have ONLY taken 2 dosages so far (as of June 1st, 2009, 2:30pm EST): The first (10 mg) was taken 28 hours ago and the second (10 mg) was taken 4 hours ago (24 hours apart). My pain and anxiety have increased enormously since then, and I suspect Celexa because it was the only thing that changed in my treatment or conditions. So I want to get off the drug ASAP.
At this point, after only 2 dosages, can I just stop taking it (Cold Turkey), WITHOUT risking side effects?
Or do I have to go through the long process of gradual elimination (weaning off)?
I am experiencing a terrible burning sensation in addition to a significant increase in my otherwise contained emotional state and I cannot see my doctor for a few days, not to mention I won't be able to tolerate another day of this burning sensation and increased pain.
Could anyone help with this?
Thank you all,
Gitl