Citalopram Orion
Citalopram Orion is an antidepressant that belongs to a group of medicines called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), which increase the amount of serotonin in the brain.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
10 mg
Active Ingredient
Citalopram hydrobromide
Manufacturer
Orion Corporation
How to Use
Dosage
Take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. The usual dose is 20 mg once a day. Your doctor may increase the dose to a maximum of 40 mg per day.
Method
Swallow the tablets with a drink of water, either with or without food.
Important
The maximum daily dose is 40 mg.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Sleepiness
- •Difficulty sleeping
- •Increased sweating
- •Dry mouth
- •Nausea
RARE
- •Tiredness, confusion, and muscle twitching
- •Seizures
Important Warnings
- Do not take Citalopram Orion if you are allergic to citalopram or any of the other ingredients in this medicine.
- Talk to your doctor before taking Citalopram Orion if you have a history of mania or hypomania.
- Citalopram Orion should not normally be used for children and adolescents under 18 years.
- If you have thoughts of harming yourself or suicide, contact your doctor or go to the hospital immediately.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category C
Suitable for older adults, with specific precautions. Serotonergic. Risk of QT prolongation. A significant adverse effect is low serum sodium level. Increases risk of falls. Consider potential interactions especially with preparations that increase risk of bleeding. (updated 12.2.2024)