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Citara is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression.
The optimal dosage of Citara is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Citara side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Citara are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Citara is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Citara's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Citara related warnings section.
Citara is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency are examples of such conditions. The section on Citara contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Citara may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Citara is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Citara is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Citara safe for pregnant women?
Citara can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Citara, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Citara safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Citara may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Citara should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Citara on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Citara on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Citara on the Liver?
Side effects of Citara rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Citara on the Heart?
Side effects of Citara rarely affect the heart.
Citara should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citara unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citara habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Citara is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Citara you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Citara only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Citara has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Citara
Taking Citara with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citara
Consumption of alcohol and Citara together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Celexa® (citalopram HBr)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 458,461
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 324-326