Common
uses
This medicine is a selective
serotonin reuptake inhibitor used to treat depression. It may also be used to
treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Tablets
Chemical Name: CITALOPRAM (sye-TAL-oh-pram)
Before
using
Some medicines or medical
conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of
all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE
THIS MEDICINE if you are also taking astemizole, dexfenfluramine, fenfluramine,
a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI), terfenadine, or tramadol. ADDITIONAL
MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking
cyproheptadine, clozapine, sumatriptan, naratriptan, rizatriptan, zolmitriptan,
or lithium. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any
questions or concerns about using this medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions for
using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine may be taken on an
empty stomach or with food. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature below 77
degrees F (25 degrees C), away from heat and light. CONTINUE TO TAKE THIS
MEDICINE even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF
THIS MEDICINE, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Cautions
SEVERAL WEEKS MAY PASS before
this medicine reaches its full effect. Do not stop taking this medicine without
checking with your doctor. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE
THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to this medicine. Using
this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your
ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. THIS MEDICINE
WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS of alcohol and other depressants. Ask your pharmacist
if you have questions about which medicines are depressants. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with
your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any medicines that contain
dextromethorphan. F0R WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with
your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy.
THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this
medicine.
Possible
side effects
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur
while taking this medicine include diarrhea, tiredness, nausea, dry mouth,
weight loss or gain, rash, itching, change in taste, change in sexual function,
or decreased menstrual flow. If they continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience sore
throat or fever; sudden onset of a cold sweat, dizziness, fatigue, or
shakiness; vision changes; confusion; lack of concern; personality changes; or
thoughts of suicide. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug
interactions
Drug interactions can result
in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug
interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other.
If
you take too much
If overdose is suspected,
contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include tiredness, weakness, sedation, dizziness,
tremor, nausea, and deep sleep or loss of consciousness.
Additional
information
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE
with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children and pets. IF
USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your
supply runs out.
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