Arrow Citalopram 20mg or 40mg Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 24 January 2024
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of depression, panic disorder, and OCD.
Dosage (summary)
Initial: 20 mg daily; max: 60 mg based on response.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 2-4 weeks
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety not established; excreted in breast milk.
Key Drug Interactions
- MAOIs
- Serotonergic medicines
- Warfarin
- Cimetidine
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Severe renal impairment
- Children under 18
- QT prolongation
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Insomnia
- Somnolence
- Dry mouth
- Fatigue
Counselling Points
- Monitor for worsening depression
- Avoid alcohol
- Gradual dose tapering recommended on discontinuation
Serious warnings
- Suicidal ideation
- QT interval prolongation
- Serotonin syndrome
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