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Celexa Safety Reports reported to FDA
Total Celexa reports: 180.Celexa FDA safety alerts: 2004 2005 .
Reported deaths: 32 Reported hospitalizations: 50.
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Reported Celexa Side Effects: completed suicide, anxiety, suicidal ideation, agitation, depression, insomnia, intentional overdose, fall, aggression, suicide attempt, gun shot wound.
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Celexa Side Effects Report #5444134-1Physician from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on Aug 27, 2007. Male patient, 77 years of age, was diagnosed with cognitive disorder, depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: retinal haemorrhage. CELEXA dosage: 40 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with LEVOXYL, FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN B6. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5448519-9
CELEXA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 22, 2007. Female patient, 47 years of age, was diagnosed with depression, bladder disorder and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: completed suicide, intentional overdose. CELEXA dosage: 20 MG BID PO. During the same period patient was treated with BENADRYL. Patient died on 05/12/2007.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5467093-4
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on Sept 21, 2007. Male patient, 50 years of age, weighting 185.0 lb, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: libido decreased. CELEXA dosage: 20MG DAILY PO. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5472630-X
CELEXA problem was reported by a Health Professional from DENMARK on Sept 13, 2007. Female patient was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: gastric haemorrhage. CELEXA dosage: 30 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with COUMADIN, BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE, CALCITE, FERROUS SULPHATE, FOLIC ACID, LASIX, LUMIGAN, MICRO. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5472636-0
Health Professional from DENMARK reported CELEXA problem on Sept 13, 2007. Male patient, 73 years of age, was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: agitation, anxiety, completed suicide, decreased activity, depersonalisation, tremor. CELEXA dosage: 20 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with VENLAFAXINE. Patient died.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481705-0
CELEXA problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Feb 26, 2007. Female patient, 16 years of age, was diagnosed with depression, acne and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: chest pain, depression, dyspnoea, intentional overdose, suicide attempt. CELEXA dosage: 40 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with CLARAVIS, ADVAIR, ALBUTEROL, LEVORA. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481707-4
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on Feb 15, 2007. Female patient, 54 years of age, was diagnosed with depression, migraine and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: migraine, serotonin syndrome. CELEXA dosage: 80 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with ESTROGEN PATCH, TOPAMAX, BUSPIRONE, TRIAMETERENE, IMITREX. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481714-1
CELEXA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 24, 2007. Female patient, 57 years of age, was diagnosed with anxiety and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: convulsion. CELEXA dosage: 20 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with RISPERDAL, AGGRENOX, ZYRTEC, ZOCOR. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481715-3
Physician from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on Jan 12, 2007. Female patient, 36 years of age, was diagnosed with depression, sleep disorder and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cholelithiasis, pyrexia, white blood cell count increased. CELEXA dosage: 20 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with PROVIGIL. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481716-5
CELEXA problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Jan 08, 2007. Male patient, 79 years of age, was diagnosed with dementia alzheimer's type, depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebrovascular accident. CELEXA dosage: 20 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with ARICEPT, FOSINOPRIL AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, DOXYCYCLINE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481720-7
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on Dec 13, 2006. Female patient was diagnosed with depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: convulsion. CELEXA dosage: 20 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with NARCOTICS. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481721-9
CELEXA problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Dec 13, 2006. Female patient was diagnosed with depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: convulsion. CELEXA dosage: 20 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with NARCOTICS. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481723-2
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on Dec 05, 2006. Female patient, 51 years of age, was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abnormal behaviour, aggression, hypersomnia, memory impairment, mood swings. CELEXA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with HORMONE, ALCOHOL. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481747-5
CELEXA problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Dec 04, 2006. Female patient, 78 years of age, was diagnosed with depression, arthralgia and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anxiety, blood pressure increased, confusional state, hallucination, auditory, hyperhidrosis, muscle spasms. CELEXA dosage: 20 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with TRAMADOL, CLONAZEPAM, CELEBREX, AMOXICILLIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481757-8
Physician from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on Nov 13, 2006. Female patient, 40 years of age, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: extrapyramidal disorder. CELEXA dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481761-X
CELEXA problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Nov 09, 2006. Female patient, 47 years of age, was diagnosed with menorrhagia and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: aggression, mania. CELEXA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LUPRON DEPOT. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481762-1
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on Nov 01, 2006. Male patient, 22 years of age, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: intentional overdose, loss of consciousness, somnolence, suicide attempt. CELEXA dosage: 20 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with RESTORIL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481766-9
CELEXA problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Sept 12, 2006. Female patient, 75 years of age, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood sodium decreased. CELEXA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481767-0
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on Aug 23, 2006. Male patient, 56 years of age, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cervical vertebral fracture, convulsion, fall. CELEXA dosage: 40 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with DILANTIN KAPSEAL, LAMICTAL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481769-4
CELEXA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 10, 2006. Male patient, 37 years of age, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: convulsion. CELEXA dosage: 60 MG QD PO. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5481770-0
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on July 31, 2006. Female patient, 31 years of age, weighting 141.9 lb, was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: suicidal ideation. CELEXA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with PAXIL, ALPRAZOLAM. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5486265-6
CELEXA problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Aug 23, 2006. Female patient, 22 years of age, was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: intentional overdose, nausea, vomiting. CELEXA dosage: 720 MG ONCE PO. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5486267-X
Physician from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on Aug 09, 2006. Male patient, 41 years of age, was diagnosed with depression, hepatitis c and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: depression, frustration, insomnia, suicidal ideation. CELEXA dosage: 40 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with RIBASPHERE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5486268-1
CELEXA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 10, 2006. Female patient, 15 years of age, was diagnosed with anxiety, depression, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: convulsion, delirium, flat affect, intentional overdose, irritability, suicidal ideation, suicide attempt. CELEXA dosage: 20 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with WELLBUTRIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5486269-3
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on Oct 20, 2006. Male patient, 81 years of age, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hyponatraemia, inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion, pitting oedema. CELEXA dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5486278-4
CELEXA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on June 21, 2007. Female patient, 15 years of age, was diagnosed with depression, crohn's disease and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: overdose, suicidal ideation, suicide attempt. CELEXA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with SEROQUEL, FLAGYL, PENTASA, AZATHIOPRINE, AMOXICILLIN, HYOSCYAMINE ER, PREVACID, AMITRIPTYLINE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5486283-8
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on June 06, 2007. Female patient, 53 years of age, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: agitation, crying, fibromyalgia, insomnia, irritability, mood swings, suicidal ideation. CELEXA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with EFFEXOR. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5486284-X
CELEXA problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on June 05, 2007. Male patient, 29 years of age, weighting 194.9 lb, was diagnosed with anxiety, major depression, panic disorder, gastritis and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: confusional state, delusion, epistaxis, fall, hallucination, hyperventilation, loss of consciousness, panic reaction. CELEXA dosage: 60 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with BENTYL, WELLBUTRIN, INDERAL, ZOCOR, CHLOR, OMEPRAZOLE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5486311-X
Physician from UNITED STATES reported CELEXA problem on May 24, 2007. Female patient, 60 years of age, was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: overdose. CELEXA dosage: unknown. Patient died on 03/01/2007.
Celexa Side Effects Report #5486335-2
CELEXA problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on May 14, 2007. Male patient, 65 years of age, was diagnosed with anxiety, depression and was treated with CELEXA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: contusion, fall, loss of consciousness, visual disturbance, yawning. CELEXA dosage: 10 MG QD PO. During the same period patient was treated with ASPIRIN, GLUCOSAMINE, TERAZOSIN. Patient recovered.
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Drug Information: Citalopram
URL of this page: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a699001.html
(sye tal' oh pram)IMPORTANT WARNING:
| A small number of children, teenagers, and young adults (up to 24 years of age) who took antidepressants ('mood elevators') such as citalopram during clinical studies became suicidal (thinking about harming or killing oneself or planning or trying to do so). Children, teenagers, and young adults who take antidepressants to treat depression or other mental illnesses may be more likely to become suicidal than children, teenagers, and young adults who do not take antidepressants to treat these conditions. However, experts are not sure about how great this risk is and how much it should be considered in deciding whether a child or teenager should take an antidepressant. Children younger than 18 years of age should not normally take citalopram, but in some cases, a doctor may decide that citalopram is the best medication to treat a child's condition.You should know that your mental health may change in unexpected ways when you take citalopram or other antidepressants even if you are an adult over age 24. You may become suicidal, especially at the beginning of your treatment and any time that your dose is increased or decreased. You, your family, or your caregiver should call your doctor right away if you experience any of the following symptoms: new or worsening depression; thinking about harming or killing yourself, or planning or trying to do so; extreme worry; agitation; panic attacks; difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep; aggressive behavior; irritability; acting without thinking; severe restlessness; and frenzied abnormal excitement. Be sure that your family or caregiver knows which symptoms may be serious so they can call the doctor when you are unable to seek treatment on your own.Your healthcare provider will want to see you often while you are taking citalopram, especially at the beginning of your treatment. Be sure to keep all appointments for office visits with your doctor.The doctor or pharmacist will give you the manufacturer's patient information sheet (Medication Guide) when you begin treatment with citalopram. Read the information carefully and ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. You also can obtain the Medication Guide from the FDA website: http://www.fda.gov/cder/drug/antidepressants/antidepressants_MG_2007.pdf.No matter your age, before you take an antidepressant, you, your parent, or your caregiver should talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of treating your condition with an antidepressant or with other treatments. You should also talk about the risks and benefits of not treating your condition. You should know that having depression or another mental illness greatly increases the risk that you will become suicidal. This risk is higher if you or anyone in your family has or has ever had bipolar disorder (mood that changes from depressed to abnormally excited) or mania (frenzied, abnormally excited mood) or has thought about or attempted suicide. Talk to your doctor about your condition, symptoms, and personal and family medical history. You and your doctor will decide what type of treatment is right for you. |
Why is this medication prescribed?
Citalopram is used to treat depression. Citalopram is in a class of antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by increasing the amount of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain that helps maintain mental balance.
How should this medicine be used?
Citalopram comes as a tablet and a solution (liquid) to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day with or without food. Take citalopram at around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take citalopram exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Your doctor may start you on a low dose of citalopram and gradually increase your dose, not more often than once a week.
It may take 1 to 4 weeks before you feel the full benefit of citalopram. Continue to take citalopram even if you feel well. If you suddenly stop taking citalopram, you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as mood changes, irritability, agitation, dizziness, numbness or tingling in the hands or feet, anxiety, confusion, headache, tiredness, and difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Do not stop taking citalopram without talking to your doctor. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually.
Other uses for this medicine
Citalopram is also sometimes used to treat eating disorders, alcoholism, panic disorder (condition that causes sudden attacks of extreme fear with no apparent cause), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (a group of physical and emotional symptoms that occur before the menstrual period each month), and social phobia (excessive anxiety about interacting with others). Talk to your doctor about the possible risks of using this medication for your condition.
This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
What special precautions should I follow?
Before taking citalopram,
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to citalopram, escitalopram (Lexapro), or any other medications.
- tell your doctor if you are taking pimozide (Orap) or a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), and tranylcypromine (Parnate), or if you have stopped taking an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days. Your doctor will probably tell you not to take citalopram. If you stop taking citalopram, you should wait at least 14 days before you start to take an MAO inhibitor.
- you should know that citalopram is very similar to another SSRI, escitalopram (Lexapro). You should not take these two medications together.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what other prescription and nonprescription medications, and vitamins you are taking or plan to take. Be sure to mention any of the following: anticoagulants (blood thinners) such as warfarin (Coumadin);other antidepressants such as amitriptyline (Elavil), amoxapine (Asendin), clomipramine (Anafranil), desipramine (Norpramin), doxepin (Adapin, Sinequan), imipramine (Tofranil), nortriptyline (Aventyl, Pamelor), protriptyline (Vivactil), and trimipramine (Surmontil); aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn); carbamazepine (Tegretol); cimetidine (Tagamet); ketoconazole (Nizoral); linezolid (Zyvox); lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid); medications for anxiety, mental illness, Parkinson's disease, and seizures; medications for migraine headaches such as almotriptan (Axert), eletriptan (Relpax), frovatriptan (Frova), naratriptan (Amerge), rizatriptan (Maxalt), sumatriptan (Imitrex), and zolmitriptan (Zomig); metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL); sedatives; sibutramine (Meridia); sleeping pills; tramadol (Ultram); and tranquilizers. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
- tell your doctor what nutritional supplements and herbal products you are taking, especially products that contain St. John's wort or tryptophan.
- tell your doctor if you have recently had a heart attack and if you have or have ever had seizures; or liver, kidney, or heart disease.
- tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking citalopram, call your doctor.
- you should know that citalopram may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
- remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this medication.
What special dietary instructions should I follow?
Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
What side effects can this medication cause?
Citalopram may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- nausea
- diarrhea
- vomiting
- stomach pain
- drowsiness
- excessive tiredness
- uncontrollable shaking of a part of the body
- excitement
- nervousness
- muscle or joint pain
- dry mouth
- excessive sweating
- changes in sex drive or ability
- loss of appetite
Some side effects can be serious. If you experience either of the following symptoms or those listed in the IMPORTANT WARNING section, call your doctor immediately:
- seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist (hallucinating)
- seizures
Citalopram may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.
If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/index.html] or by phone [1-800-332-1088].
What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
In case of emergency/overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
Symptoms of overdose may include:
- dizziness
- sweating
- upset stomach
- vomiting
- uncontrollable shaking of a part of the body
- drowsiness
- rapid, irregular, or pounding heartbeat
- memory loss
- confusion
- seizures
- coma
- rapid breathing
What other information should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor.
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.
It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements. You should bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to a hospital. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies.
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