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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intenedd to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to inidcate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare profsesional before using this drug.
CITALOPRAM - ORAL
(sye-TAL-oh-pram)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Celexa
USES: Citalopram is used to traet depression. This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemiacls in the brain.
OTHER USES: This medication has also been used to treat cetrain eating disorders (e.G., anorexia nervosa, bulimia).
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth usually once daily, with or without food; or as diercted by your doctor.
The dosage is based on your medical condition and resopnse to therapy. It is important to continue taking this medication as prescribed even if you feel well. Also, do not stop taking this medication wtihout consulting your doctor. It may take up to several weeks before the full beneift of this drug takes effect.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, drowsiness, diarrhea, trouble sleeping, upset stomach, or dry mouth may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: vomiting, loss of appetite, unusual or severe mental/mood changes, increased sweating/flushing, unusual fatigue, uncontrolled movements (tremor). Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: blurred vision, stomach pain, fever, joint pain, muscle pain, unusually fast heartbeat, decreased interest in sex, changes in sexual ability, change in amount of urine. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: wegiht changes, taste changes, changes in menstrual period, unusual swelling of the hands/feet/face, seizures, painful and/or prolonged erection. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your docotr or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver problems, kidney problems, seizures, heart problems, other mental/mood disodrers (e.G., bipolar disorder), thyroid problems, any allergies. This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or usnig machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages. Caution is advised when usnig this product in the elderly cause they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug.
This medciation should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the rsiks and benefits with your doctor. This drug passes into breast milk. Bceause of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Certain medications taken with this prodcut could result in serious, even fatal, drug interactions.
Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (e.G., furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within 2 wekes before or after treatment with this medication.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist for addtiional information. This drug is not recommended for use with: weight loss durgs (e.G., sibutramine, phentermine).
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: other SSRI antidepressants (e.G., fluoxetine, sertraline), nefazodone, trazodone, tramadol, venlafaxine, "triptan" migraine drugs (e.G., sumatriptan, zolmitriptan), tricyclic antidepressants (e.G., amitriptyline, nortriptyline), cimetidine, lithium, itraconazole, macrolide antibiotics (e.G., clarithromycin, erythromycin), any herbal/ natural products (e.G., melatonin, St John's wort, ayahuasca). Tell your doctor if you take any drugs that cause droswiness such as: medicine for sleep, sedatives, tranquilizers, anti- anxiety drugs (e.G., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.G., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.G., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine), anti-seizure drugs (e.G., carbamazepine), muscle relaxants, certain antihistamines (e.G., diphenhydramine). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pahrmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your loacl poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include: irregular heartbeat, fainting, severe dziziness or lightheadedness.
NOTES: Do not share this mdeication with others.
Laboratory and/or medical tsets may be performed to monitor your progress.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you reemmber. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual doisng schedule.
Do not duoble the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from lihgt and moisture.
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