This medication is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Citalopram works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.
This medication is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Citalopram works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.
This drug is used to treat depression. It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being.
Do not take Citalopram along with pimozide or if you are being treated with methylene blue injection.
Do not use Citalopram if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.
Side effects of this medication include:
Tell your doctor promptly if any of these effects persist or worsen.
Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including:
Precautions
Before taking citalopram, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to escitalopram; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can trigger allergic reactions or other problems.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
Interactions
Drug interactions may interfere with how your medication works. Tell your doctor about all your medications and any you start or stop using during treatment with Citalopram.
Some products may interact with this medication including drugs that can cause bleeding/bruising (including antiplatelet drugs such as clopidogrel, NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, “blood thinners” such as warfarin).
Call emergency hotline if someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing.
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