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Cita is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Cita 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Cita side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cita are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Cita's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Cita has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cita related warnings section.
Cita can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cita in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. The section on Cita contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Cita may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cita is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cita 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 is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cita 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 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 on the Kidneys?
Cita rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cita on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cita on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cita on the Heart?
Side effects of Cita rarely affect the heart.
Cita 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 Cita unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cita habit forming or addictive?
Cita 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. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Cita is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cita has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cita
Taking Cita with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cita
Taking alcohol with Cita 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