The generic ingredient in Celexa is called citalopram which belongs to the family of drugs that treat depression called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors or SSRIs.
Doctors prescribe Celexa to treat depression. This medicine can also be prescribed by some doctors to treat other conditions such as obsessive compulsive disorder and panic disorder.
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that allows for communication between brain cells. Patients with depression may have low levels of this neurotransmitter. Celexa works by preventing the reuptake of serotonin, thereby keeping the levels of this neurotransmitter at an optimal level.
This medication is taken orally. Swallow the tablet whole with water at the same time each day. Celexa can be taken with or without food. The usual dose is 20mg per day but may be reduced if you are elderly. Never take more than your prescribed dose even if you are not feeling better. Do not stop taking this drug unless your were instructed to do so by your doctor. Improvement may be gradual and may take several weeks.
Side effects are often mild and temporary. They may include:
These may not be all the side effects of Celexa.
Do not use this medicine if you:
Celexa is not for use in children under 18 years of age. Do not stop using Citalopram without first speaking to your doctor. Contact your doctor if you have very negative feelings or thoughts of suicide. Before using this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, seizures, low sodium in the blood, intestinal ulcers/bleeding (peptic ulcer disease), bleeding problems, or a history of glaucoma (angle-closure type).
It is important not to share this medication even if you think the symptoms are the same. Keep the lid tightly closed. Store in a dry environment at room temperature and out of the reach of children.
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