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Citapure Forte is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses. Citapure Forte also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Citapure Forte is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Citapure Forte have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Citapure Forte normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Citapure Forte's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Citapure Forte has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Citapure Forte related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Citapure Forte are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Citapure Forte with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Citapure Forte is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Citapure Forte 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
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Is the use of Citapure Forte safe for pregnant women?
Citapure Forte may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Citapure Forte, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Citapure Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Citapure Forte. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Citapure Forte on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Citapure Forte on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Citapure Forte on the Liver?
Citapure Forte has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Citapure Forte on the Heart?
Citapure Forte may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Citapure Forte 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 Citapure Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citapure Forte habit forming or addictive?
Citapure Forte does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Citapure Forte. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Citapure Forte should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Citapure Forte can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Citapure Forte
Taking Citapure Forte with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citapure Forte
Consumption of alcohol and Citapure Forte together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Citapure Forte 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.
Yes, Citapure Forte may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Citapure Forte 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.
No, Citapure Forte is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
No, Citapure Forte is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking it.
Yes, Citapure Forte can be taken with alprazolam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Citapure Forte 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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