Citalopram tablets contain 10 mg, 20 mg or 40 mg of citalopram (as citalopram hydrobromide). The other ingredients are mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, colloidal anhydrous silica, magnesium stearate. The film-coating contains hypromellose, titanium dioxide (E171) and macrogol 6000.

Celexa (citalopram hydrobromide) is a type of antidepressant called a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) indicated for the treatment of depression. Celexa is available in generic form.

Citalopram is a mixture of two stereo-isomers: R-citalopram and S-citalopram. Stereo-isomers are compounds that have the same chemical formula but differ only in their arrangement of atoms. Escitalopram contains only one isomer, S-citalopram. Lexapro is also FDA approved to treat generalized anxiety disorder.

Celexa is the brand name of the generic drug, citalopram hydrobromide (HBr). In 2003, the patent on Celexa expired and generic versions of the drug became available to consumers.

The researchers chose citalopram as a reference, because earlier studies suggested that it is “average” when it comes to weight gain. In this study, the weight gain experienced by people taking citalopram averaged one to two pounds. Compared to citalopram, the weight gain linked to other antidepressants was small.

SSRIs are primarily used to treat depression, but they are used to treat anxiety disorders as well as irritable bowel syndrome, bulimia, and other conditions. When a provider prescribes you Celexa for anxiety, it is known as “off-label” use.

Stopping citalopram abruptly may result in one or more of the following withdrawal symptoms: irritability, nausea, feeling dizzy, vomiting, nightmares, headache, and/or paresthesias (prickling, tingling sensation on the skin). Depression is also a part of bipolar illness.

For most people, Celexa withdrawal begins within three to six days of your last dose. Symptoms may continue for anywhere from five days to and in some cases over one month. 2 Keep in mind that antidepressant withdrawal duration is a difficult thing for researchers to measure, so experiences can vary.

With Citalopram (Celexa), experts estimate that it can take up to 10-14 days for the drug to fully leave the body.

Abrupt discontinuation should be avoided. When stopping treatment with citalopram the dose should be gradually reduced over a period of at least one to two weeks in order to reduce the risk of withdrawal reactions (see section 4.4 Special Warnings and Precautions for Use and section 4.8 Undesirable Effects).

Citalopram is used to treat depression. It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being. Citalopram is known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain.

General. You can take citalopram with or without food. You can cut or crush the tablet.

Brain zaps are electrical shock sensations in the brain. They can happen in a person who is decreasing or stopping their use of certain medications, particularly antidepressants. Brain zaps are not harmful and will not damage the brain. However, they can be bothersome, disorienting, and disruptive to sleep.

The most common long-term side effect of Celexa is chronic weight gain. Consult a doctor if you have a history of diabetes or a heart condition. SSRIs have been known to cause heart attacks in some instances and could lead to cardiovascular system damage.