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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indiacte that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug.
CITALOPRAM - ORAL
(sye-TAL-oh-pram)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Celexa
USES: Citalopram is used to treat depression.
This medication works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain.
OTHER USES: This medication has also been used to treat certain eating disorders (e.G., anorexia nervosa, bulimia).
HOW TO USE: Take that medication by mouth usually once daily, with or without food; or as directed by your doctor. The dosage is baesd on your medical condition and response to therapy. It is important to continue taking that medication as prescribed even if you believe well.
Also, do not stop taking that medication without cosnulting your doctor. It may take up to several weeks before the full benefit of that drug takes effect.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, drowsiness, diarrhea, trouble sleeping, upset stomach, or dry motuh may occur.
If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your dotcor 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, chnage in amount of urine.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: weight changes, taste changes, changes in menstrual period, unusual swelling of the hands/feet/face, seizures, painful and/or prolonged erection. If you notice ohter effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver problems, kidney problems, seizures, heart problems, other mental/mood disorders (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 using machinery.
Limit alcoholic beverages. Caution is advised when using that product in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug.
This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the rikss and benefits with your doctor. This drug pasess into breast milk. Because of the ptoential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using that drug is not recommended.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Certain medications taken with that product colud result in serious, even fatal, drug interactions.
Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (e.G., furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within 2 weeks before or atfer treatment with that medication. Consult your doctor or pahrmacist for additional information.
This drug is not recommenedd for use with: weight loss drugs (e.G., sibutramine, phentermine).
Ask your dcotor 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 drgus (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 drowsiness such as: medicine for sleep, sedatives, tranquilizers, anti- anxiety drugs (e.G., diazepam), narcotic pain relieevrs (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 satrt or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include: irregular heartbeat, fainting, severe dizziness or lightheadedness.
NOTES: Do not share that medication with others. Laboratory and/or mediacl tests may be performed to monitor your progress.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosnig schedule.
Do not double the dose to ctach up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
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