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Citalopram is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Citalopram depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Citalopram 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 Citalopram safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Citalopram. It is best to stop taking Citalopram immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Citalopram safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Citalopram may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Citalopram should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Citalopram on the Kidneys?
Citalopram may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Citalopram on the Liver?
Side effects of Citalopram rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Citalopram on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Citalopram on the heart have been reported.
Citalopram 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 Citalopram unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citalopram habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Citalopram has not been reported.
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 Citalopram can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Citalopram only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Citalopram has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Citalopram
Taking Citalopram with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citalopram
Taking alcohol with Citalopram 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