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Cita 20 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression.
The right dosage of Cita 20 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cita 20 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Cita 20 Mg Tablet 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.
In addition, Cita 20 Mg Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cita 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Cita 20 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cita 20 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Cita 20 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cita 20 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cita 20 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cita 20 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cita 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Cita may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Cita, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Cita 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Cita may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cita 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Cita rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cita 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cita on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cita 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Cita rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cita 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cita 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Cita 20 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cita 20 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Cita 20 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cita 20 Mg Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cita 20 Mg Tablet
Taking Cita 20 Mg Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cita 20 Mg Tablet
Taking alcohol with Cita 20 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
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