Generic Name— Citalopram Hydrobromide
Brand Name— Celexa
What Is Citalopram?
Citalopram (Celexa) is an antidepressant medication of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) class. It is used to treat obsessive compulsive disorder, major depressive disorder, panic disorder, and social phobia. The effects of this medication may take one to four weeks to occur. It is taken orally by mouth. [Trusted Source 1]
Citalopram was approved for medical use in the United States in 1998. It is available as a generic medication. [Trusted Source 1]
Important Information:
Stop the usage of Citalopram medication if you also take Pimozide, or if you are being treated with methylene blue injection. [Trusted Source 2]
Do not use Citalopram if you have used an monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) in the past 14 days, such as linezolid, isocarboxazid, phenelzine, rasagiline, methylene blue injection, selegiline, or tranylcypromine. [Trusted Source 2]
Many young individuals may have suicidal thoughts while first having an antidepressant. You just need to be alert to changes in your mood or symptoms. Consult your doctor or health care provider if worsening symptoms. [Trusted Source 2]
It is not recommended to take this medicine to the people under the age of 18 years old.
It is advisable not to take this medicine if you are pregnant. It may harm an unborn baby. [Trusted Source 3]
If you are breast—feeding, ask your doctor or health care provider before taking this medication. This drug passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. [Trusted Source 3]
Citalopram Dosage:
The recommended dosage of Celexa should be administered at an initial dosage of 20 mg once daily, with an increase to a maximum dose of 40 mg per day. Dose increase should usually occur in increments of 20 mg at intervals of no less than one week. [Trusted Source 4]
Interactions:
Celexa may interact with other medicines that make you sleepy or slow your breathing; including [Trusted Source 4] [Trusted Source 2] —
- Blood thinners
- Lithium
- St. John’s wort
- Tacrolimus
- Tramadol
- L-tryptophan
- Arsenic trioxide
- Vandetanib
- Antibiotics
- Medicines to treat psychiatric disorders
- Migraine headache medicines
- Seizure medications
- Stomach acid reducers
- Medicine to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting
- Sleeping pills
- Narcotics
- Muscle relaxers
- Medicine for anxiety, depression, or seizures
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
- Anti-malaria medications
- Heart rhythm medications
- HIV or AIDS medications
What Are Side Effects of Citalopram?
Common side effects of Celexa include [Trusted Source 2] [Trusted Source 4] —
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Tiredness
- Impotence
- Cough
- Trouble Sleeping
- Dry mouth
- Upset stomach
- Decreased sexual desire
- Difficulty having an orgasm
- Increased sweating or urination
- Weight changes, and cold symptoms such as stuffy nose
- Sneezing, sore throat
What Happens If I Miss A Dose Of Citlopram?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What Happens If I Overdose?
Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1—800—222—1222.
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