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Citel 10 Mg Tabletst, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression. Citel 10 Mg Tabletst also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Citel 10 Mg Tabletst depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Citel 10 Mg Tabletst can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Citel 10 Mg Tabletst normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Citel 10 Mg Tabletst has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Citel 10 Mg Tabletst's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Citel 10 Mg Tabletst related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Citel 10 Mg Tabletst contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Citel 10 Mg Tabletst have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Citel 10 Mg Tabletst, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Citel 10 Mg Tabletst 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Citel 10 Mg Tabletst is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Citel 10 Mg Tabletst safe for pregnant women?
Citel may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Citel again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Citel 10 Mg Tabletst safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Citel. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Citel 10 Mg Tabletst on the Kidneys?
Citel has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Citel 10 Mg Tabletst on the Liver?
Citel has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Citel 10 Mg Tabletst on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Citel on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citel 10 Mg Tabletst unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citel 10 Mg Tabletst habit forming or addictive?
Citel 10 Mg Tabletst is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Citel 10 Mg Tabletst you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Citel 10 Mg Tabletst only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Citel 10 Mg Tabletst has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Citel 10 Mg Tabletst
It is safe to take Citel 10 Mg Tabletst with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citel 10 Mg Tabletst
Taking alcohol with Citel 10 Mg Tabletst can be dangerous.
Yes, Citel causes sleepiness or drowsiness but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug.
No, Citel is not an antipsychotic drug. It contains escitalopram which 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, Citel may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Citel 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, Citel is used in the treatment of anxiety. It has been found to be very effective in reducing anxiety in the patients.
Yes, Citel can be taken with lorazepam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Citel 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.
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