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Citopam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression.
The optimal dosage of Citopam 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Citopam can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Citopam normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Citopam is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Citopam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Citopam related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency must refrain from the use of Citopam since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Citopam are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Citopam may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Citopam is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Citopam 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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Is the use of Citopam safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Citopam. It is best to stop taking Citopam immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Citopam safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Citopam may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Citopam should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Citopam on the Kidneys?
Citopam rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Citopam on the Liver?
Citopam may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Citopam on the Heart?
Citopam has very mild side effects on the heart.
Citopam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citopam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citopam habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Citopam is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Citopam can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Citopam only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Citopam has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Citopam
Taking Citopam with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citopam
Taking alcohol with Citopam 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