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Posted by meg7 on June 11, 2005, at 14:13:50
Hi everyone,Can Celexa and similar meds cause iron deficiency?
Meg.
Posted by linkadge on June 11, 2005, at 14:56:36
In reply to Celexa-induced iron deficiency?, posted by meg7 on June 11, 2005, at 14:13:50
I don't know. Antidepressants may mask the symptoms.
Linkadge
Posted by 4WD on June 11, 2005, at 22:41:48
In reply to Celexa-induced iron deficiency?, posted by meg7 on June 11, 2005, at 14:13:50
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> Hi everyone,
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> Can Celexa and similar meds cause iron deficiency?
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> Meg.
Hi Meg,I've been on SSRIs for about 15 years and haven't had any iron deficiency.
Marsha
Posted by Cairo on June 12, 2005, at 12:13:48
In reply to Celexa-induced iron deficiency?, posted by meg7 on June 11, 2005, at 14:13:50
I don't think the AD cause iron deficiency, but I know that iron deficiency can be secondary to hypothyroidism. Have you had TSH and T3 and T4 checked?
I periodically become iron deficient, but I think it is due to a hypofunctioning thyroid. But I think the hypofunctioning thyroid is due to a hypofunctioning HPA axis. My routine lab tests all look fine, but I still have hypothyroid symptoms and low cortisol symptoms. The glands (thyroid and adrenal) function fine, but the feedback is messed up and I can't mount a good response to stress.
In any case, ask you doc about checking thyroid.
Cairo
Posted by meg7 on June 13, 2005, at 15:51:43
In reply to Re: Celexa-induced iron deficiency? » meg7, posted by Cairo on June 12, 2005, at 12:13:48
Posted by meg7 on June 13, 2005, at 16:01:25
In reply to Re: Celexa-induced iron deficiency? » meg7, posted by Cairo on June 12, 2005, at 12:13:48
Hi Cairo,
I also have symptoms of hypothyroidism and low cortisol.
TSH was checked and seems to be fine. That considered, do you think it's important to check T3 and T4?
Thanks for your tip, I will look into it.
How are you managing your symptoms?Meg.
Posted by Sarah T. on June 16, 2005, at 2:13:36
In reply to Celexa-induced iron deficiency?, posted by meg7 on June 11, 2005, at 14:13:50
Meg, hi. Do you have an iron deficiency? When I was on Celexa, my periods were heavier than usual. That could certainly cause anemia. I also had some other menstrual problems that I didn't have before or after I took Celexa. I assumed that Celexa caused the problem. I know that ssri's in general, and Zoloft in particular, can cause GI bleeding. SSRI's are often contraindicated in patients who are on anticoagulants. I know of two people who had massive GI bleeds when they were prescribed anticoagulants and Zoloft after having a stroke. If you are concerned or have symptoms, I think it's best to have periodic testing for iron, hemoglobin, ferritin, etc. If you are anemic, then it's best to get to the root of the cause and not necessarily assume it's the Celexa.
Posted by meg7 on June 17, 2005, at 10:42:18
In reply to Re: Celexa-induced iron deficiency? » meg7, posted by Sarah T. on June 16, 2005, at 2:13:36
You're right, Sarah.
Thanks.
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