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Citalopram (Celexa) Prescription
Generic Name: Citalopram Hydrobromide
Common Brand Name: Celexa
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or manufacturer's instructions.
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Celexa uses:
Citalopram (Celexa) is in a class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
This medication is used to treat depression. It works by helping to restore
the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain. This medication
has also been used to treat certain eating disorders (e.g., anorexia nervosa,
bulimia), social anxiety disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, alcohol
dependence, irritable bowel syndrome.
Celexa dosage:
- Initial treatment: initiate with 20 mg once daily and
titrate up to 40 mg/day; max, 60 mg/day. Dose increases should usually
occur in increments of 20 mg at intervals of no less than one week.
Doses above 40 mg are not ordinarily recommended. Citalopram should
be administered once daily, in the morning or evening, with or without
food.
- Elderly: initiate with 20 mg once daily and titrate
up to 40mg/day if needed.
- Hepatic impairment: initiate with 20 mg once daily and
titrate up to 40 mg/day if needed.
- Maintenance: Periodically reevaluate long-term usefulness
if used for extended periods.
If adverse reactions are bothersome, a decrease in dose to 20 mg/day
can be considered.
Do not stop taking Citalopram without talking to your doctor. You may suffer withdrawal symptoms if you stop taking antidepressant suddenly.
Celexa dosage for unlabeled uses:
Panic disorder: the most effective dosage for panic disorder
is 20 to 30 mg per day. [2, 3]
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): 20-40 mg per day [4]
Discontinuation of treatment with Citalopram:
Symptoms associated with discontinuation of citalopram have been reported.
A gradual reduction in the dose rather than abrupt cessation is recommended
whenever possible. If intolerable symptoms occur following a decrease
in the dose or upon discontinuation of treatment, then resuming the previously
prescribed dose may be considered. Subsequently, the physician may continue
decreasing the dose but at a more gradual rate.
Celexa side effects:
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: dry mouth, sweating
iIncreased.
- Central & Peripheral Nervous System Disorders: somnolence,
insomnia, anxiety, anorexia, tremor, agitation, dysmenorrhea, libido
decreased, yawning, aggravated depression, amnesia, apathy, confusion,
increased appetite, impaired concentration.
- Gastrointestinal Disorders: nausea, diarrhea, dyspepsia,
vomiting, abdominal pain, flatulence, increased saliva.
- General: fatigue, fever
- Musculoskeletal System Disorders: arthralgia, myalgia.
- Respiratory System Disorders: upper respiratory tract
infection, rhinitis, sinusitis, coughing.
- Urogenital: ejaculation disorder, impotence, amenorrhea,
polyuria.
- Cardiovascular: hypotension, postural hypotension, tachycardia.
There are case reports of citalopram-induced bruxism [5].
Celexa precautions:
- Children: Safety and efficacy not established.
- Renal Function: Use with caution in patients with severe renal
impairment.
- Hepatic Function: Use with caution; lower max dose is recommended.
- Hazardous Tasks: May impair judgment, thinking, or motor skills.
- Seizures: May occur; use with caution in patients with a history
of seizures or with conditions that potentially lower the seizure threshold.
Drug interations:
Although Citalopram has relatively low potential to interact with other medicines, do not start new prescription and over-the-counter medication without informing your doctor.
- Beta Blockers (ie, carvedilol, metoprolol, propranolol) - inhibition
of metabolism of the beta blocker may occur, resulting in excessive
beta blockade (eg, bradycardia). Coadministration of metoprolol with
citalopram has increased plasma levels of metoprolol 2-fold.
- Cimetidine - serum levels of citalopram may be increased 40%.
- CNS drugs - use citalopram with caution in patient receiving CNS
drugs.
- Cyproheptadine - may decrease the pharmacologic effect of citalopram.
- Ketoconazole - ketoconazole plasma levels may be reduced slightly.
- Lithium - lithium may enhance the serotonergic effects of citalopram;
use caution if coadministered.
- MAO inhibitors, pimozide - concomitant use with citalopram is contraindicated.
- Sumatriptan - rare postmarketing reports of weakness, hyperreflexia,
and incoordination following coadministration.
Pregnancy & Lactation:
Citalopram is pregnancy category C.
When citalopram was administered to animals in doses greater than human
therapeutic doses there were adverse effects on embryo/fetal and postnatal
development, including teratogenic effects. There are no controlled studies
in pregnant women.
Citalopram is excreted in human breast milk. The decision to continue
citalopram during pregnancy and/or during nursing should be based on the
potential benefits to the mother versus the potential risks to the fetus
or baby.
Overdose:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include: tiredness,
weakness, sedation, irregular heartbeat, fainting, severe dizziness or
lightheadedness.
Missed dose:
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is
near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual
dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medication.
Storage:
Store tablets and oral solution at controlled room temperature (59° to
86°F).
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References:
- 1. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Celexa (Citalopram) U.S. Prescribing
Information. Available at (PDF format): Prescribing Information
- 2. Wade AG, Lepola U, Koponen HJ, Pedersen V, Pedersen T. The effect
of citalopram in panic disorder. Br J Psychiatry. 1997 Jun;170:549-53.
- 3. Leinonen E, Lepola U, Koponen H, Turtonen J, Wade A, Lehto H. Citalopram
controls phobic symptoms in patients with panic disorder: randomized
controlled trial. J Psychiatry Neurosci. 2000 Jan;25(1):24-32. PubMedCentral
- 4. Masand PS, Gupta S, Schwartz TL, Virk S, Hameed A, Kaplan DS. Open-label
treatment with citalopram in patients with irritable bowel syndrome:
a pilot study. Prim Care Companion J Clin Psychiatry. 2005;7(4):162-6.
PubMedCentral
- 5. Wise M. Citalopram-induced bruxism. Br J Psychiatry. 2001 Feb;178:182.
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