Cilift 20 Mg Tablet 20 mg Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 24 May 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of depression, panic disorder, and OCD.
Dosage (summary)
20 mg daily, may increase to 40 mg based on response.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 2-4 weeks
Special Populations
- Elderly patients
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended during pregnancy; excreted in breast milk.
Key Drug Interactions
- MAOIs
- Pimozide
- Serotonergic medicines
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to citalopram
- Severe renal impairment
- Children under 18 years
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Insomnia
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
Counselling Points
- Monitor for suicidal thoughts
- Avoid abrupt discontinuation
- Caution in driving or operating machinery
Serious warnings
- Increased risk of suicidal thoughts
- QT interval prolongation
- Serotonin syndrome
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