Introduction
Citalam 5 is widely prescribed to treat depression and other mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. I... View More
Uses of Citalam 5
Side effects of Citalam 5
How to use Citalam 5
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Citalam 5 may be taken wit... View More
How Citalam 5 works
Citalam 5 is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the... View More
What if you forget to take Citalam 5?
If you miss a dose of Citalam 5, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your... View More
Indication
Major depressive disorder, Depression, Panic disorder, Obsessive compulsive disorder, Anxiety disorder
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral Anxiety; Depression; Obsessive compulsive disorder Adult: 10 mg once daily, increased after at least a wk if needed. Max: 20 mg once daily. Pa... View More
Child Dose
Major Depressive Disorder <12 years: Safety and efficacy not established >12 years: 10 mg PO qDay; may increase dose after at least 3 weeks; not to ... View More
Contraindication
Concomitant use with or within 2 wk of MAOI withdrawal.
Mode of Action
Escitalopram selectively inhibits CNS neuronal re-uptake of serotonin (5-HT) and potentiates serotonergic activity. It has minimal effects on norepineph... View More
Precaution
History of mania or seizure disorders; work requiring mental alertness; renal and hepatic impairment; pregnancy, lactation; withdraw gradually. Lact... View More
Side Effect
>10% Headache (24%),Nausea (18%),Ejaculation disorder (9-14%),Somnolence (4-13%),Insomnia (7-12%) 1-10% Xerostomia (4-9%),Constipation (3-6%),Fatig... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women; therefore, use during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies ... View More
Interaction
Increased risk of bleeding when used with aspirin, NSAIDs or drugs that affect coagulation. Serum levels may be reduced by CYP2C19 inducers (e.g. carbam... View More
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