Citabel is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Citabel depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Citabel is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Citabel is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Citabel safe for pregnant women?
Citabel may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Citabel again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Citabel safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Citabel may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Citabel should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Citabel on the Kidneys?
Citabel rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Citabel on the Liver?
Citabel may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Citabel on the Heart?
Side effects of Citabel rarely affect the heart.
Citabel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citabel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citabel habit forming or addictive?
Citabel does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Citabel as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Citabel only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Citabel is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Citabel
You can take Citabel with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citabel
Consuming Citabel with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Citabel 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.
Yes, Citabel can be taken with alprazolam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Citabel along with alprazolam if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Citabel can be taken with lorazepam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Citabel along with lorazepam if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Citabel may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Citabel 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.
Yes, Citabel causes a headache. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience a headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest. Even if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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