Citalopram

Information About Citalopram

Uses of Citalopram

Citalopram is commonly used to treat anxiety disorder, depression or depressive phase of bipolar disorder, panic disorder with or without a form of phobia such as agoraphobia.

How Citalopram Works

Citalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)

Side Effects of Citalopram

Reduce Appetite, Reduce weight, Agitation Reduce libido, Anxiety and nervousness, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Pruritus, Impotence

Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Citalopram Related Warnings

Alcohol Not Advisable

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Citalopram as you may experience dizziness when taking them together.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Human studies indicate no malformative fetal toxicity. Nevertheless, it should not be used during pregnancy unless when necessary and after consideration of risk/benefit. Avoid abrupt discontinuation of Citalopram and usage especially in later stage of pregnancy as there is risk of Serotonin Syndrome to neonate.

Lactation Not Advisable

Citalopram is found to be excreted in human milk. No or only minor events have been observed in infants.

Driving Not advisable

Citalopram has minor to moderate ability to affect general attention and concentration during driving. It may be due to the illness or psychoactive medication.

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

No dosage adjustment of Citalopram may be needed.

Liver Use With Care

Citalopram should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Citalopram may be needed in mild to moderate disease. Please consult your doctor.