When do you have to stop taking anti-depressants before you ttc?

Question

I'm on Celexa and wanted to know when I had to start weening off of this before it's out of my system to try and get pregnant. I take it for anxiety not depression so it's not worth trying to continue it while I'm pregnant.

Answer 1

You need to talk to your doctor about his.  Only he/she can know the risks associated with pregnancy.  And may want to put you on another anti-depressant that is safe during pregnancy.

Answer 2

I was on Celexa when I found out I was pregnant, and had to wean off it over  a few weeks. I would ask your Dr. about weaning yourself off it it, and how much dosage to take.  

Answer 3

"If you are planning a pregnancy, or if you become pregnant while taking Celexa, do not stop taking the medication without first talking to your doctor. "

http://www.drugs.com/celexa.html

btw, if your husband is on anti-depressants (SSRI) he would need to get off. It lowers your sperm count to nothing and disrupts the sperms DNA (temporarily). We found that out the hard way