Celexa Uses?
Celexa is intended to treat depression. It balances naturally occurring
chemicals in the brain.
Celexa Directions?
The prescription Celexa is to be taken once a day by mouth. You can eat
with Celexa or take it on its own. Your dose is adjusted to your specific
condition and how you are responding to the therapy. Don't stop taking Celexa
when you feel better, or without talking to your doctor. You'll need to
continue using Celexa for several weeks before you feel the full effects.
Celexa Side Effects?
Those who take Celexa report occasional side effects such as drowsiness,
upset stomach, nausea, diarrhea, trouble sleeping, or dry mouth. Talk to
your doctor if you are bothered by any of these effects. More serious side
effects are rare but possible. If you have any of the following side effects,
talk to your doctor immediately: unusual or severe mental/mood changes,
vomiting, increased sweating/flushing, unusual fatigue, loss of appetite,
or uncontrolled movements (tremor), fever, vision, muscle pain, unusually
fast heartbeat, joint pain, decreased interest in sex, stomach pain, changes
in sexual ability, weight changes, change in amount of urine, taste changes,
changes in menstrual period, unusual swelling of the hands/feet/face, seizures,
painful and/or prolonged erection. If you have any side effects not listed
here, talk to your doctor.
Celexa Warnings?
If you want to take Celexa, you need to tell your doctor about your medical
history. Be sure to include thyroid problems, any allergies, liver problems,
kidney problems, seizures, other mental/mood disorders (e.g., bipolar disorder),
and heart problems. Those who take Celexa may feel drowsy or dizzy, so be
careful about driving, operating machinery, or performing any other potentially
dangerous task. You should not drink alcohol while using Celexa. Elderly
patients should be cautious when using it, since they may be more susceptible
to its effects. Women who are pregnant or likely to become pregnant should
talk to their doctor before taking Celexa to make sure it's absolutely necessary.
Celexa is excreted in breast milk. Do not take Celexa if you are breastfeeding.
Celexa Drug Interactions?
Potentially serious drug interactions are possible when Celexa is used in
combination with MAO inhibitors such as isocarboxazid, furazolidone, moclobemide,
phenelzine, procarbazine, linezolid, selegiline, or tranylcypromine within
two weeks of each other. Your doctor or pharmacist can give you more details.
You should also not take Celexa at the same time as weight loss drugs such
as sibutramine or phentermine. Your doctor must know about all prescription
and non prescription medications you take, including other itraconazole,
tramadol, trazodone, nefazodone, SSRI antidepressants (e.g., fluoxetine,
sertraline), lithium, "triptan" migraine drugs (e.g., sumatriptan,
zolmitriptan), venlafaxine, cimetidine, tricyclic antidepressants (e.g.,
amitriptyline, nortriptyline), macrolide antibiotics (e.g., clarithromycin,
erythromycin), or any herbal/ natural products (e.g., melatonin, St John's
Wort, ayahuasca). Let your doctor know if you are taking anything which
cause drowsiness, such as anti- anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), sedatives,
medicine for sleep, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric
medicines (e.g., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine), tranquilizers,
muscle relaxants, anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), or certain antihistamines
(e.g., diphenhydramine). Do not stop or start taking any medications without
talking to your doctor about it.
Celexa Missed Dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time
for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the
next one as directed. Do not take a double dose of Celexa unless otherwise
directed by your doctor.
Celexa Storage?
Keep Celexa out of sunlight and away from moisture. Make sure the medication
is out of reach of children.
Anything Else I Should Know About Celexa?
Celexa is used to treat depression. It is a selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitor that helps keep the natural chemicals of the brain in balance.
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