Introduction of Citadep Tablet
Citadep 20 mg Tablet is an antidepressant medicine which helps improve low mood and effectively treats a variety of mental health conditions such as depression. It has fewer unwanted side effects than older antidepressants. This medicine should be taken strictly as advised by the doctor and should not be stopped abruptly.
Uses of Citadep Tablet
Depression
Citadep Tablet side effects
Common
Low sexual desire
Vomiting
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm)
Nausea
Weight gain
Erectile dysfunction
Stomach upset
Restlessness
How to use Citadep Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Citadep 20 mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Citadep Tablet works
Citadep 20 mg Tablet is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms in depression and relieves symptoms of panic and obsessive disorders.
Citadep Tablet related warnings
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Citadep 20 mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Citadep 20 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Citadep 20 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Babies should be monitored for behavioral side effects such as sleepiness or fussiness.
Driving
UNSAFE
Citadep 20 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Citadep 20 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Citadep 20 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Citadep 20 mg Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Citadep 20 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Citadep 20 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you miss a dose of Citadep Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Citadep 20 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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