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Citofast Information

Citofast is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Citofast have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Citofast. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Citofast can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Citofast are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Citofast has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Citofast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Citofast have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Citofast have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Citofast, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Citofast Benefits & Uses
Citofast Dosage & How to Take
Citofast Side Effects
Citofast Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Citofast with Other Drugs
Citofast Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Citofast
Citofast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Citofast Benefits & Uses

Citofast is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression

Other Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Panic Attack and Disorder

Citofast Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may be increase up to 20 mg, once daily as needed
Adult(Male)	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Panic Attack and Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Citofast Related Warnings

Is the use of Citofast safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Citofast. It is best to stop taking Citofast immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Citofast safe during breastfeeding?

Citofast may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Citofast on the Kidneys?

Citofast rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Citofast on the Liver?

Side effects of Citofast rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Citofast on the Heart?

Citofast has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Citofast with Other Drugs

Citofast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Fentanyl

Tramadol

Dextromethorphan

Moderate

Cimetidine

Diazepam

Citofast Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citofast unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Suicidal Tendency
Bipolar Disorder
Heart Disease
Potassium Deficiency
Calcium Deficiency
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Citofast

Is this Citofast habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Citofast has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Citofast you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Citofast is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, taking Citofast can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Citofast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Citofast

Taking Citofast with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Citofast

Consumption of alcohol and Citofast together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Citofast

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Citofast cause hairloss?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Citofast has been reported to cause temporary hairloss but this occurs very rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. This hairloss is temporary in nature and hair growth is restored after discontinuation of this drug. You are advised to inform your doctor and take prevention methods to stop hairfall as much as possible during the course of this drug.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Citofast make you thirsty?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Citofast may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Citofast sometimes causes low levels of sodium (hyponatremia) which leads to increased thirst. This side effect is reversible and it goes away after discontinuation of this drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Citofast cause sleepiness?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Citofast causes sleepiness or drowsiness but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Citofast?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Citofast is a brand name of escitalopram and it comes in the form of a tablet (solid unit dosage form). It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used for the treatment of depression (major depressive disorder) and anxiety (generalized anxiety disorder). It is also used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic disorder with or without agoraphobia.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Citofast cause suicidal and self-inflicting thoughts?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Patients who are suffering from major depressive disorder may experience a change in behaviour, suicidal and self-inflicting thought whether they are taking Citofast or not and this risk may remain till significant remission of depression. If you are experiencing mood fluctuations, life-threatening, distorted thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.