CITALOPRAM HYDROBROMIDE tablet

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Lugha: Kiingereza

Chanzo: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Viambatanisho vya kazi:

CITALOPRAM HYDROBROMIDE (UNII: I1E9D14F36) (CITALOPRAM - UNII:0DHU5B8D6V)

Inapatikana kutoka:

Major Pharmaceuticals

INN (Jina la Kimataifa):

CITALOPRAM HYDROBROMIDE

Tungo:

CITALOPRAM 10 mg

Njia ya uendeshaji:

ORAL

Dawa ya aina:

PRESCRIPTION DRUG

Matibabu dalili:

Citalopram, is indicated for the treatment of depression. The efficacy of citalopram hydrobromide, in the treatment of depression was established in 4 to 6 week, controlled trials of outpatients whose diagnosis corresponded most closely to the DSM-III and DSM-III-R category of major depressive disorder (see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY ). A major depressive episode (DSM-IV) implies a prominent and relatively persistent (nearly every day for at least 2 weeks) depressed or dysphoric mood that usually interferes with daily functioning, and includes at least five of the following nine symptoms: depressed mood, loss of interest in usual activities, significant change in weight and/or appetite, insomnia or hypersomnia, psychomotor agitation or retardation, increased fatigue, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, slowed thinking or impaired concentration, a suicide attempt or suicidal ideation. The antidepressant action of citalopram in hospitalized depressed patients has not been adequately studied. The efficac

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Citalopram Tablets, USP contain citalopram hydrobromide USP, equivalent to 10, 20 or 40 mg citalopram base. Citalopram Tablets USP 10 mg Tan coloured, round shaped, biconvex film coated tablets with '10' debossed on one side and plain on the other side. Cartons of 100 tablets (10 tablets each blister pack x 10) NDC 0904-6084-61 Citalopram Tablets, USP 20 mg Tan coloured, oval shaped, biconvex film coated tablets with '2|0' debossed ('2' on left side and '0' on right side of the break line) on one side and '1010' on the other side. Cartons of 100 tablets (10 tablets each blister pack x 10) NDC 0904-6085-61 Store at 20º to 25°C (68º to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59º to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].                                                         

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CITALOPRAM HYDROBROMIDE- CITALOPRAM HYDROBROMIDE TABLET
Major Pharmaceuticals
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Medication Guide
Citalopram (si TAL o pram) Tablets, USP
Rx Only
Read the Medication Guide that comes with citalopram tablets before
you start taking it and each time you
get a refill. There may be new information. This Medication Guide does
not take the place of talking to your
healthcare provider about your medical condition or treatment. Talk
with your healthcare provider if there is
something you do not understand or want to learn more about.
What is the most important information I should know about citalopram
tablets?
Citalopram tablets and other antidepressant medicines may cause
serious side effects, including:
1. Suicidal thoughts or actions:
•
Citalopram tablets and other antidepressant medicines may increase
suicidal thoughts or actions in
some children, teenagers, or young adults within the first few months
of treatment or when the dose is
changed.
•
Depression or other serious mental illnesses are the most important
causes of suicidal thoughts or
actions.
•
Watch for these changes and call your healthcare provider right away
if you notice:
• New or sudden changes in mood, behavior, actions, thoughts, or
feelings, especially if severe.
• Pay particular attention to such changes when citalopram tablets
are started or when the dose is
changed.
Keep all follow-up visits with your healthcare provider and call
between visits if you are worried about
symptoms.
Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any of the
following symptoms, or call 911 if an
emergency, especially if they are new, worse, or worry you:
•
attempts to commit suicide
•
acting on dangerous impulses
•
acting aggressive or violent
•
thoughts about suicide or dying
•
new or worse depression
•
new or worse anxiety or panic attacks
•
feeling agitated, restless, angry or irritable
•
trouble sleeping
•
an increase in activity or talking more than what is normal for you
•
other unusual changes in behavior or mood. Call

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CITALOPRAM HYDROBROMIDE- CITALOPRAM HYDROBROMIDE TABLET
MAJOR PHARMACEUTICALS
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CITALOPRAM TABLETS, USP
RX ONLY
SUICIDALITY AND ANTIDEPRESSANT DRUGS
ANTIDEPRESSANTS INCREASED THE RISK COMPARED TO PLACEBO OF SUICIDAL
THINKING AND BEHAVIOR (SUICIDALITY) IN CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, AND
YOUNG
ADULTS IN SHORT-TERM STUDIES OF MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER (MDD) AND
OTHER PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS. ANYONE CONSIDERING THE USE OF CITALOPRAM
OR
ANY OTHER ANTIDEPRESSANT IN A CHILD, ADOLESCENT, OR YOUNG ADULT MUST
BALANCE THIS RISK WITH THE CLINICAL NEED. SHORT-TERM STUDIES DID NOT
SHOW
AN INCREASE IN THE RISK OF SUICIDALITY WITH ANTIDEPRESSANTS COMPARED
TO
PLACEBO IN ADULTS BEYOND AGE 24; THERE WAS A REDUCTION IN RISK WITH
ANTIDEPRESSANTS COMPARED TO PLACEBO IN ADULTS AGED 65 AND OLDER.
DEPRESSION AND CERTAIN OTHER PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS ARE THEMSELVES
ASSOCIATED WITH INCREASES IN THE RISK OF SUICIDE. PATIENTS OF ALL AGES
WHO
ARE STARTED ON ANTIDEPRESSANT THERAPY SHOULD BE MONITORED
APPROPRIATELY AND OBSERVED CLOSELY FOR CLINICAL WORSENING,
SUICIDALITY, OR
UNUSUAL CHANGES IN BEHAVIOR. FAMILIES AND CAREGIVERS SHOULD BE ADVISED
OF THE NEED FOR CLOSE OBSERVATION AND COMMUNICATION WITH THE
PRESCRIBER. CITALOPRAM IS NOT APPROVED FOR USE IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS.
(SEE
WARNINGS: CLINICAL WORSENING AND SUICIDE RISK, PRECAUTIONS:
INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS, AND PRECAUTIONS: PEDIATRIC USE.)
DESCRIPTION
Citalopram hydrobromide, USP is an orally administered selective
serotonin reuptake
inhibitor (SSRI) with a chemical structure unrelated to that of other
SSRIs or of tricyclic,
tetracyclic, or other available antidepressant agents. Citalopram
hydrobromide is a
racemic bicyclic phthalane derivative designated (
)‑1-(3-dimethylaminopropyl)-1-(4-
fluorophenyl)-1,3-dihydroisobenzofuran-5-carbonitrile, hydrobromide
with the following
structural formula:
The molecular formula is C
H
BrFN
O and its molecular weight is 405.35.
Citalopram hydrobromide, USP occurs as a fine, white to off-white
powder. Citalopram
20
22
2
hydrobromide is sparingly solu