Citalopram
Citalopram (Generic Name: citalopram (oral) (si TAL o pram)). Citalopram is available under Brand Names: Celexa.
What is citalopram?
Citalopram is an antidepressant which is in the class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Citalopram affects neurotransmitters, the chemicals that nerves within the brain use to communicate with each other or called as the communication system of the brain. Neurotransmitters are manufactured and released by nerves and then travel and attach to nearby nerves. Medical experts believe that an imbalance among neurotransmitters is the main cause of depression.
Citalopram is used to treat depression. Citalopram works by preventing the uptake of one neurotransmitter, serotonin, by nerve cells after it has been released. Citalopram may also be used for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Citalopram Side Effects
Emergency medical help is required if you have noticed any of these signs of an allergic reaction to Citalopram Side Effects : Skin rash or hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Report any new or worsening symptoms to your doctor, such as: mood or behavior changes, anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or if you feel impulsive, irritable, agitated, hostile, aggressive, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), more depressed, or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.
Some serious citalopram side effects reported while taking citalopram such as: Very stiff (rigid) muscles, high fever, sweating, fast or uneven heartbeats, tremors, overactive reflexes; severe dizziness, feeling short of breath, fainting, fast or pounding heartbeats; nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, feeling unsteady, loss of coordination; or headache, trouble concentrating, memory problems, weakness, confusion, hallucinations, fainting, seizure, shallow breathing or breathing that stops.
Less serious citalopram side effects reported include: Drowsiness, dizziness, tired feeling; sleep problems (insomnia); mild nausea, diarrhea, upset stomach, dry mouth; increased sweating; cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat; weight changes; or decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm.
The above list is not a complete list of Citalopram side effects. Please contact your health care provider for further assistance and information’s related to citalopram and its side effects.
citalopram dosage :
The Daily citalopram dosage is different in adults and children. Adult Dose of Citalopram is 20 mg orally once a day. Geriatric Dose of Citalopram is 20 mg orally once a day. In children up to 11 years citalopram initial dosage is 10 mg orally once daily. Children from 12 to 18 years are advised with citalopram initial dosage of 20 mg orally once daily.
Pediatric Dose of citalopram for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is different from the above. Children up to 11 years are recommended with a citalopram dosage of 5-10 mg/day given once daily and children from 12 to 18 years are recommended with citalopram initial dosage of 10 to 20 mg/day given once daily.
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