AI Summary
Generated by AI for informational purposes only
এই ওষুধটি ডিপ্রেশন বা বিষণ্ণতা এবং প্যানিক অ্যাটাকের চিকিৎসায় ব্যবহৃত হয়। এটি মস্তিষ্কের রাসায়নিকের ভারসাম্য বজায় রেখে মন ভালো করতে সাহায্য করে। গর্ভাবস্থায় এবং স্তন্যদানকালে ডাক্তারের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী সতর্কতার সাথে এটি ব্যবহার করা উচিত।
Indications
Citalopram is indicated for-
Depressive illness
Panic disorder
Pharmacology
Citalopram is bicyclic phthalane derivative and a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor, with little or no effect on noradrenaline, dopamine and GABA re-uptake. The inhibitory activity explains the antidepressant property of citalopram. It has no or very low affinity for 5-HT1AA, 5-HT2A, D1 and D2 receptors, α1, α2, β-adrenergic, histamine H1, muscarinic, cholinergic, benzodiazepine and opioid receptors.
Dosage & Administration
Important: Do not take any medication without a doctor's prescription. Self-medication can be dangerous.
Depressive illness:
Adult: 20 mg daily as a single dose in the morning or evening increased if necessary to max. 60 mg daily
Citapram should not be taken cocurrently with MAOIs, Serotonin agonists, Neuroleptics, Cimetidine, Alcohol, Ketoconazole, Itraconazole, Macrolide antibiotics.
Contraindications
Citalopram should not be used if the patient enters a manic phase.
Pregnancy: There are on adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women; therefore, Citalopram should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Lactation: Citalopram is excreted in human breast milk. So, the decision whether to continue or discontinue either nursing or Citalopram therapy should take into account the risks of Citalopram exposure for the infants and the benefits of Citalopram treatment for the mother.
Precautions & Warnings
Citalopram should be used with caution in patients with epilepsy, concurrent electroconvulsive therapy, history of mania, cardiac disease, diabetes mellitus, angle-closure glaucoma, history of bleeding disorders, hepatic and renal impairment, pregnancy and breast feeding.
Overdose Effects
Doses as high as 2000 mg have been taken without signs of alternation in cardiovascular parameters. Respiratory depression, convulsion may occur.
Storage Conditions
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
The information provided on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.
All brands listed might have copyright or trademark of their respective owners. Listed information may not be up-to-date or accurate. We do not guarantee the availability, quality, price or safety of any medication. Use at your own risk.
