CITALOPRAM

Drug Title

Citalopram

Drug Uses

Citalopram is used to treat depression. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Mode of Application

Use Citalopram exactly as directed by your doctor. Refer to the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Citalopram comes with an additional patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Study it carefully and refer to it each time you get Citalopram refilled.
• Citalopram may be taken both with or without food.
• You may notice improvement in your depression in 1 to 4 weeks. Continue to take your medicine as directed even when depression improves.
• If it is necessary to stop Citalopram, your doctor will need to reduce the dosage over a few days to a week.
• Do not miss any doses.

Drug Class and Mechanism of Action

Citalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It helps to restore the brain's chemical balance by increasing the supply of serotonin, which helps significantly improve mood.

Missed Dose

Should you miss a dose of Citalopram, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Storage

Citalopram should be stored at the room temperature and kept away from moisture and sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.