What is Celexa?

Celexa S 20mg Tablet is used to treat depression and other mental health conditions such as:

Anxiety
Panic disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder.

It is a type of antidepressant known as an SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor).

Celexa Uses

Depression:

Celexa S 20mg Tablet increases serotonin levels in the brain, improving mood and reducing anxiety. It usually takes 4-6 weeks to work. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice.

Anxiety Disorder:

Celexa S 20mg Tablet helps relieve symptoms of anxiety disorders by boosting serotonin. It is usually taken once a day and helps you stay calm.

Panic Disorder:

Celexa S 20mg Tablet can alleviate symptoms of panic disorders, including panic attacks, by calming the mind.

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Celexa Side Effects

Some of the common side effects of Celexa are:

Fatigue
Increased sweating
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nausea
Sleepiness
Problems with memory
Headache
Drowsiness
Dry mouth
Increased sweating
Numbness
Tingling
Increased appetite
Diarrhea
Fast heartbeats
Stuffy nose
Sneezing
Sore throat
Changes in weight

Precautions

Do not use Celexa if you are taking pimozide or have used an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. This can cause serious heart or fatal reactions.
Some people may have suicidal thoughts when starting Celexa. Contact our doctor if you notice new or worsening symptoms, such as mood or behaviour changes, anxiety, or thoughts of self-harm.
Celexa is not approved for use in individuals under 18. Consult our doctor before use in children.
Avoid using Celexa during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, as it may harm the baby. Consult our doctor for advice.

Interactions

Take it in the morning, because it can keep you up if you take it late at night.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden changes in mood or develop suicidal thoughts.
It has a lower chance of causing sexual dysfunction than other similar drugs.
The addiction or dependence potential of Celexa S 20mg Tablet is much lower.
Do not stop taking drugs suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
Some people may develop dizziness or somnolence after taking this medicine. Don't drive or do anything that requires a mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Important information:

Take it in the morning, because it can keep you up if you take it late at night.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden changes in mood or develop suicidal thoughts.
It has a lower chance of causing sexual dysfunction than other similar drugs.
The addiction or dependence potential of Celexa S 20mg Tablet is much lower.
Do not stop taking drugs suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
Some people may develop dizziness or somnolence after taking this medicine. Don't drive or do anything that requires a mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Overdose

If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, seek medical advice. Do not take more than what is prescribed to you by your doctor.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is already near to the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose.

Storage

Keep it at room temperature only, far away from direct light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications far away from kids. Don’t flush medications down the toilet or pour them into the drainage system.

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Celexa vs lexapro

Celexa	Lexapro
Celexa is an antidepressant known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).	Lexapro is an antidepressant of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor class.
Celexa is used for treating depression, anxiety, and panic disorder	Lexapro is a prescription drug used to treat symptoms of major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder.
Celexa is a racemic mixture of the R-enantiomer and the S-enantiomer of the citalopram.	Lexapro contains only the S-enantiomer, the more active isomer responsible for serotonergic effects.

Citations

Symptom relapse following switch from Celexa to generic citalopram: an anxiety disorders case series

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Celexa good for anxiety?

Celexa is an inexpensive antidepressant medicine used to treat anxiety. While it may help with your anxiety, it may take a few weeks for your symptoms to get better, so try to be patient. You may have some side effects while taking Celexa, but they are generally mild.

2. Can you lose weight on Celexa?

Better appetite can cause you to eat more, leading to an increase in body weight. On the other hand, Celexa could also reduce your appetite, leading to a slight loss of weight. Studies have shown both effects. It's hard to tell whether you should expect weight gain or weight loss.

3. Is it better to take Celexa at night?

Take the citalopram once a day. It can be taken with or without food. You can take the citalopram at any time of the day, as long as you stay at the same time every day. If you're having trouble sleeping, it's best to take it in the morning.

4. Will Celexa give me energy?

At the end of the day, Celexa restores the balance of serotonin within the brain and body as a whole and gives the person taking the drug energy. Many people enjoy this medicine because it doesn't cause somnolence like other antidepressants.

5. Does Celexa make you sleepy?

Serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as escitalopram (Lexapro), citalopram (Celexa), paroxetine (Paxil), and fluoxetine (Prozac), taken for depression or anxiety, can make you feel sleepy.

6. Is 10 mg of Celexa effective?

The dose may be increased to 20 mg once a day after 1 week. The benefit cannot be seen until treatment has been given for up to 4 weeks. A daily dose of 20 mg may not be more effective than 10 mg daily in the treatment of depression. The dose for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder is 10 mg once daily.

7. Does Celexa make you feel worse at first?

Citalopram isn't going to work right away. You may feel worse before you feel better after starting the medicine. Your doctor should ask you to see you again 2 or 3 weeks after you start taking the medicine.

8. Can Celexa work right away?

Findings show that potentially therapeutic effects begin as quickly as a few hours after the first dose of Celexa and by extension of any SSRI. Interestingly, none of the participants reported a change of mood or unusual side effects.

9. Is Zoloft better than Celexa?

With a shorter half-life than Celexa, Zoloft may cause fewer side effects, such as somnolence. Like Celexa, consistent concentrations are reached in the body after approximately 1 week with a maximum therapeutic potential reached after several weeks.

10. What is the difference between Lexapro and Celexa?

Celexa and Lexapro are both antidepressants of the same class, but they are not the same. Celexa is a racemic mixture of the R-enantiomer and the S-enantiomer of the citalopram. Lexapro contains only the S-enantiomer, the more active isomer responsible for serotonergic effects.

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