Celexa

Celexa is used to treat depression, irritability, anxiety.

• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances;
• if you are allergic to any ingredient in Celexa;
• if you or a family member has a history of bipolar disorder (manic-depression), other mental or mood problems, suicidal thoughts or attempts, or alcohol or substance abuse
• if you have a history of seizures, liver problems, severe kidney problems, stomach or bowel bleeding, or metabolism problems
• if you are dehydrated, have low blood sodium levels, or drink alcohol
• if you will be having electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
• if you are taking astemizole, pimozide, dexfenfluramine, fenfluramine, phenothiazines (eg, thioridazine), sibutramine, or terfenadine.
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you are taking or have taken a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor (eg, phenelzine) or St. John's wort within the last 14 days;
• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding

Dose

Follow your doctor’s instructions closely. Celexa should be taken orally and with food. 
Try not to miss your dose and do not take more than it was prescribed by your prescriber. You may feel effect in 1-4 weeks after starting Celexa.

Interaction with other drugs

• Diuretics (eg, furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide) because the risk of low blood sodium levels may be increased
• Clozapine, pimozide, risperidone, or tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Celexa
• Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), aspirin, or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (eg, ibuprofen) because the risk of bleeding, including stomach bleeding, may be increased
• Fenfluramine derivatives (eg, dexfenfluramine), linezolid, lithium, MAOIs (eg, phenelzine), metoclopramide, nefazodone, selegiline, serotonin 5-HT1 receptor agonists (eg, sumatriptan), sibutramine, St. John's wort, or trazodone because severe side effects, such as a reaction that may include fever, rigid muscles, blood pressure changes, mental changes, confusion, irritability, agitation, delirium, and coma, may occur
• Tramadol because the risk of seizures may be increased H1 antagonists (eg, astemizole, terfenadine) or phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine, thioridazine) because severe heart problems, including irregular heartbeat, may occur
• Carbamazepine or cyproheptadine because they may decrease Celexa 's effectiveness

Tell your doctor about all pills that you are taking

Side effects

• diarrhea; dry mouth; upset stomach; weight loss or gain;
• severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue);
• increased sweating; runny nose; cold sweat;
• vision changes;
• ejaculation disorder;
• sinus inflammation;
• decreased menstrual flow or painful periods;
• tiredness; tremor; confusion; dizziness; fatigue;
• sleeplessness;
• change in taste; loss of appetite; nausea; anxiety; hostility; impulsiveness; irritability; lack of concern; mania; mental/mood changes; panic attacks; restlessness; seizures; shakiness; suicidal thoughts or behaviors;
• impotence;
• sore throat or fever.

Tell your doctor about any of mentioned above or other side effects.

Storage

Store Celexa in the original container and keep out of the reach of children and animals.