Anonymous asked this question on 4/13/2000:

I'm being treated for depression with celexa (citalopram). I have been taking augmentin for bronchitis and had also done some over-the-counter sudafed and Afrin for congestion. Also, I have been stealing my daughter's ritalin, grinding it up, and snorting it. Last week I had a few angry outbursts. Could the interaction of these drug have resulted in the anger or does celexa have those side effects alone? I'm on 20 mg.

nancynicole gave this response on 4/14/2000:

I do not know the biological effects these drugs you are taking have on you. I am not in the medicine field unfortunately. I recommend you talk to your doctor and/or counselor. I would bet that your abuse of drugs (ie. ritalin) is a contributing factor to your angry outbursts. I bet that it is also making you feel guilty because you know what you are doing is wrong!!! I suggest you check out some of these other web sites for support. Talk to someone close to you, and ask for help!!!! If you have some time I recommend looking up the following web sites and maybe reading some articles and joining a website, or chat group, or support group. 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Anonymous rated this answer a 5.

You have been so helpful to me. Thank you so much. I have an appointment with my psychiatrist on Wednesday. You are an angel.