Summary of Reddit Comments on "Long Term 20mg" Query

Omeprazole and PPIs

• Long term use of PPIs: Increases risks like osteoporosis, stomach cancer, and infections but some users have reported no symptoms after being on it for years.
• Side effects of PPIs: Include stomach polyps, low white blood cell count, hormone level alterations, nutrient absorption issues, acid rebound upon withdrawal, and stopping efficacy after long-term use.
• Transition from Omeprazole: Users reported moving from Omeprazole to Pantoprazole or other medications due to side effects or reduced efficacy after long-term use.
• Health risks: Long-term PPI use may lead to nutrient deficiencies, heart arrhythmia, and bone issues.
• Tapering off: Suggestions such as alternating PPI with Pepcid, decreasing dosage gradually, using supplements like Gaviscon or DGL, and consuming alkaline water or aloe juice during the tapering process.
• Weaning off PPIs: Can lead to rebound symptoms like reflux, nausea, and vomiting. Recommendations include following a taper plan, consuming fermented foods, and using slippery elm bark or DGL for relief.

Celexa and Antidepressants

• Effects of Celexa: Users reported changes in effectiveness over time, side effects like increased anxiety, and recommendations to try different dosages or switch medications if needed.
• Anxiety and depression: Some users described experiencing severe anxiety, panic attacks, and depression despite being on Celexa or other SSRIs for years.

Citalopram

• Long-term use concerns: Users shared experiences of Citalopram becoming less effective over time, leading to increased anxiety and panic attacks, raising questions on whether to increase dosage or switch medications.

This summarizes the diverse experiences and concerns shared by Reddit users regarding long-term use of Omeprazole, PPIs, Celexa, and Citalopram, including side effects, tapering strategies, and effects of these medications over time.