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Citalogen pills are 20 effective drugs for treating major depressive disorder, helping increase serotonin levels in the brain, and are used under the doctor's supervision.
Citalogen 20 ingredientsÂ
Citalogen tablets contain citalopram which belongs to the family of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, which helps treat depression by increasing serotonin levels in the brain.
What are the uses of Citalogen?
Citalogen is used to treat major depressive disorder.
What are Citalogen drug doses?
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Citalogen tablets should be taken as per the doctor's instructions.
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Adult dosage: Starting from 20 mg once a day, the maximum daily dose is 40 mg once a day.
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Older people's dose older than 60 years: 20 mg once a day.
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The medication should not be stopped suddenly, otherwise unpleasant symptoms, such as confusion, tingling, or others. You should follow the doctor's instructions about withdrawing or reducing the dose.
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The results of the drug may only appear after 4 weeks.
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Citalogen can be taken with or without food.
Side Effects of Citalogen Tablets
Citalogen pills may cause some side effects, such as:
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Dizziness.
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Dry mouth.
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Thirst and increased urination or sweating.
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anorexia.
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Nausea.
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Diarrhea.
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Constipation.
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Feeling tired.
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Insomnia.
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Nasal bleeding.
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Menorrhagia.
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Cold symptoms include runny nose, sneezing, and sore throat.
What are the precautions for using citalogen?
It is forbidden to stop taking medication suddenly without consulting a doctor, and the doctor should be told before taking the medication if you are suffering from:
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Heart disease.
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High blood pressure.
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Stroke.
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Sexual dysfunction.
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Narrow-angle glaucoma.
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Seizures.
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Bipolar disorder.
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Liver disease.
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Kidney disease.
What are the contraindications to Citalogen?
Citalogen is contraindicated with:
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Allergy to citalopram.
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Heart disease or arrhythmias.
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Kidney or liver disease.
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Not used with monoamine oxidase inhibitors used in the last 14 days.
Citalogen and pregnancy
Citalogen tablets are prohibited during pregnancy, and taking them at least three months before pregnancy may harm the fetus, so you should consult a doctor before using them.
Citalogen and lactation
The doctor should be consulted before taking Citalogen during lactation.
Drug interactions
The doctor should be consulted before taking Citalogen along with other medications, especially:
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Cimetidine.
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Blood thinners, like warfarin.
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Diuretics.
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Moxifloxacin.
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Monoamine oxidase inhibitors, such as Lenezolide and isocarboxazide.
Storage conditions of Citalogen 20mg tablets
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Keep at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
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The drug is not used after expiry.
Citalogen Price
Citalogen 20 mg 30 tabs price is above the description box at Aljawaher Almotamyza pharmacies.
FAQs
Does Citalogen treat anxiety and depression?
Citalogen is a drug to treat depression, but it may also help with anxiety, but the doctor should be consulted before using it for anxiety or depression.
