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Composition :

CITALOPRAM-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDEPRESSANT

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Sun House, Cts No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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FAQs

Citopam 40mg Tablet works by increasing the serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain responsible for improving the mood and physical symptoms of depression. It is also responsible for relieving symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

Citopam 40mg Tablet is not advised in cases if a person is allergic to Citopam 40mg Tablet , has epilepsy, or are having electroconvulsive treatment as Citopam 40mg Tablet may increase your risk of having a seizure. Citopam 40mg Tablet should not be taken by a person having heart problems as taking Citopam 40mg Tablet can speed up or change the heartbeat. It should not be given to a person with a low heart rate and diarrhoea and vomiting symptoms, pregnant women, trying to get pregnant, breastfeeding, and having eye problems such as glaucoma. In diabetics, it can cause difficulty in keeping stable blood sugar levels.

Citopam 40mg Tablet should be taken as per the advice of your doctor. Once you start feeling better, you might have to continue it for several months to prevent returning symptoms. Your doctor will advise you on how much time you need to continue Citopam 40mg Tablet depending upon your symptoms' type and severity.

Citopam 40mg Tablet may cause withdrawal symptoms like dizziness, irritability, and sensory and flu-like symptoms. So please consult your doctor immediately.

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Alcohol

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It is not recommended to take alcohol with Citopam 40mg Tablet to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

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Citopam 40mg Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy. However, if you were already taking this medicine before becoming pregnant, do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor. It can pose a small risk of problems for an unborn baby. Your doctor might prescribe you this medicine in pregnancy depending upon your condition as it is important to stay well in pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

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Citopam 40mg Tablet passes into breast milk in minimal amounts and might cause side effects in breastfed babies. It can be prescribed if the baby is healthy. However, if after taking Citopam 40mg Tablet , the baby isn't feeding well as usual, or is sleeping a lot than normal, please consult your doctor.

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Driving

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It is not recommended to drive after taking Citopam 40mg Tablet as it may cause drowsiness and interfere with your driving ability.

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Liver

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Citopam 40mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Citopam 40mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions as dose adjustment might be required.

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Children

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Before Prescribing a Citopam 40mg Tablet doctor should check in a child, or adolescent must balance the potential risks with the clinical need.

About Citopam 40mg Tablet

Citopam 40mg Tablet is a type of antidepressant that belongs to the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) and is primarily used to treat depression and other mental health conditions, including anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Depression is a mood disorder that affects day to day life of a person. A person may have symptoms such as feeling sad or feeling of loss and might have mood swings. Anxiety is defined as an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and symptoms like increased blood pressure. Anxiety disorder also includes panic disorder which is characterized by sudden feelings of terror. In Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a person feels the need to think or perform things repeatedly.

Citopam 40mg Tablet works by increasing serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain responsible for improving mood and physical symptoms of depression. It is also responsible for relieving symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

You can take Citopam 40mg Tablet with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience erectile dysfunction, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), low sexual desire, nausea, restlessness, upset stomach, vomiting, and weight gain. Most of these side effects of Citopam 40mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, stop the medicine and reach out to your doctor.

Try not to stop taking Citopam 40mg Tablet  of your own as it may lead to unpleasant side effects. Let your doctor know about this, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Citopam 40mg Tablet if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, any heart problems,narrow-angle glaucoma, bleeding disorder, electrolyte imbalance or are currently taking medicines for depression known as MAO inhibitors (such as Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline), or problems with alcohol or other prescription drugs. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Citopam 40mg Tablet .Tell your doctor if you are pregnant/planning for pregnancy/breastfeeding your mother.

Uses of Citopam 40mg Tablet

Depression and other mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder

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Medicinal Benefits

When you take Citopam 40mg Tablet , it increases the serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain responsible for improving the mood and physical symptoms of depression. It is also responsible for relieving symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. Citopam 40mg Tablet helps many people recover from depression, and has fewer unwanted side effects than older antidepressants.

Directions for Use

Swallow Citopam 40mg Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Citopam 40mg Tablet

  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Low sexual desire
  • Nausea
  • Restlessness
  • Upset stomach
  • Vomiting
  • Weight gain

Drug Warnings

Try not to stop taking Citopam 40mg Tablet  of your own as it may lead to unpleasant side effects. Let your doctor know about this, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Citopam 40mg Tablet if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, any heart problems, narrow-angle glaucoma, bleeding disorder, electrolyte imbalance or are currently taking medicines for depression known as MAO inhibitors (such as Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline), or problems with alcohol or other prescription drugs. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Citopam 40mg Tablet . Tell your doctor if you are pregnant/planning for pregnancy/breastfeeding mother.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Citopam 40mg Tablet:
When Citopam 40mg Tablet is taken with Fluvoxamine it increase the blood levels of Citopam 40mg Tablet and also increase the risk of certain side effects, including an irregular heart rhythm

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluvoxamine with Citopam 40mg Tablet is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or fast heartbeats please contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citopam 40mg Tablet:
Coadministration of leuprorelin and Citopam 40mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking leuprorelin and Citopam 40mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction; they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience drowsiness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or an irregular heartbeat. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citopam 40mg Tablet:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Citopam 40mg Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome( a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Citopam 40mg Tablet with Tranylcypromine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you have symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citopam 40mg Tablet:
Taking Citopam 40mg Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ziprasidone with Citopam 40mg Tablet is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citopam 40mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Citopam 40mg Tablet with Metoclopramide can cause serotonin syndrome. Serotonin syndrome is a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body, causing signs and symptoms ranging from mild (shivering and diarrhoea) to severe (muscle rigidity, fever, and seizures).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Citopam 40mg Tablet with Metoclopramide is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
How does the drug interact with Citopam 40mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Citopam 40mg Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Citopam 40mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, fits, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citopam 40mg Tablet:
Taking Efavirenz with Citopam 40mg Tablet can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Efavirenz with Citopam 40mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citopam 40mg Tablet:
Taking clarithromycin with Citopam 40mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, clarithromycin can be taken with Citopam 40mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you develop sudden lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CitalopramGoserelin
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How does the drug interact with Citopam 40mg Tablet:
Taking Goserelin and Citopam 40mg Tablet can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking goserelin and Citopam 40mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction; it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, or a rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citopam 40mg Tablet:
Although it is a rare adverse effect, Coadministration of Nortriptyline with Citopam 40mg Tablet might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nortriptyline with Citopam 40mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

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  • IPRATROPIUM
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  • ESOMEPRAZOLE

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Special Advise

  • Sudden stoppage of Citopam 40mg Tablet can lead to significant withdrawal symptoms. Always discuss with your doctor about decreasing the dosage before completely stopping its usage.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while on this medication as it can lead to dangerous side effects.
  • Citopam 40mg Tablet is unsafe for usage if you're pregnant or are planning to get pregnant. Discuss with your doctor in such situations about changing/replacing the medicine with safer alternatives.
  • Do not self-medicate.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercise which can help lower anxiety by releasing endorphins and improve your sleep.
  • Find the humour in your daily life. Try to watch light-hearted shows to help relieve stress.
  • You can try increasing your mindfulness, by including yoga, meditation, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
  • Drink enough water to stay hydrated, and limit or avoid alcohol and caffeine to relieve anxiety.
  • Include a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits. This is a healthier option than eating a lot of simple carbohydrates found in processed foods.
  • Herbs like turmeric, ginger, and chamomile contain anti-inflammatory properties. Including these stuff in meals can reduce inflammation caused due to anxiety disorder.
  • Reduce added sugar, high salt, and high fat intake. Especially trans-fat may help also help reduce inflammation.
  • You can include antioxidants in your daily diet like ashwagandha, omega-3 fatty acids, green tea, and lemon balm.
  • Try to spend time with your friends and family. Having a strong social network may help you lower your risk of depression.
  • Do some arts and crafts it may divert you from depression.

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