Celexa
formulated to address major depressive disorder to support psychological well-being.
Strengths: 10 · 20mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Cipramil
- Therapeutic class
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)
- Pharmacological class
SSRI
- Known off-label uses
panic disorder; obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to citalopram; concurrent use of maois
- Precautions and warnings
may impair ability to drive; monitor for suicidal ideation initially
- Minor side effects
nausea; dry mouth; insomnia
- Moderate side effects
anxiety; libido decreased; diarrhoea
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Lundbeck
- Onset Time
2–4 weeks
- Duration
24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
maois; alcohol; st. john's wort
- Age restrictions
Not recommended for children under 18.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Use only if benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding generally avoided.
Serious side effects
serotonin syndrome — requires immediate medical attention; hyponatraemia — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
formulated to address major depressive disorder to support psychological well-being.
Mechanism of action
Citalopram is a potent selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor that increases synaptic levels of serotonin in the brain, thereby improving mood and reducing depressive symptoms.
Celexa
formulated to address major depressive disorder to support psychological well-being.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Citalopram
- Listed indication(s): Major Depressive Disorder
Usually available as
- 180 tablets - 10 mg18-10-mg-2443
- 180 tablets - 20 mg18-20-mg-2450