Citalopram



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Citalopram Information



Citalopram Benefits & Uses

Citalopram is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Citalopram 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: 20 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: Depression
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Citalopram Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Citalopram safe for pregnant women?


    Citalopram may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Citalopram again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Citalopram safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Citalopram. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Citalopram on the Kidneys?


    Citalopram has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Citalopram on the Liver?


    Citalopram has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Citalopram on the Heart?


    Citalopram has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Citalopram with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan
    KetoconazoleParacetamol,Phenylpropanolamine,Chlorpheniramine,Caffeine
      Artemether,Lumefantrine


        Citalopram Contraindications

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



        Frequently asked Questions about Citalopram

        • Is this Citalopram habit forming or addictive?


          Citalopram is not addictive in nature.

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


          No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Citalopram as you may feel sleepy.

          Dangerous
        • Is it safe?


          Citalopram should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


          Yes, Citalopram is useful in treating mental disorders.

          Yes

        Citalopram Interactions with Food and Alcohol

        • Interaction between Food and Citalopram


          Taking Citalopram with food is safe.

          Safe
        • Interaction between Alcohol and Citalopram


          Consuming Citalopram with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

          Severe


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        This medicine data has been created by -

        Vikas Chauhan

        B.Pharma, Pharmacy
        5 Years of Experience


        References

        US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Celexa® (citalopram HBr)

        KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 458,461

        April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 324-326

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