Citox
Citox Products are primarily used for
Depression, Panic disorder
About Citox Products
Citox Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Citox are Erectile dysfunction, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Low sexual desire, Nausea1a, Restlessness, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Weight gain.
How Citox Products work
Citalopram is one of a group of antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs. It is thought to be work by enhancing the level of mood-enhancing neurotransmitters called serotonin in the brain. This may help you to improve your energy level and feelings of well-being.
Patient Concerns about Citox Products
Frequently asked questions about Citox Products
Frequently asked questions about Citalopram
Q. What is Citox 20mg Tablet used for? How does it work?
Citox 20mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Citox 20mg Tablet is used to treat depression and panic disorder. It helps to improve your energy levels and elevates your mood. This medication works by restoring the balance of a chemical substance (serotonin) in the brain which helps to relieve depression and symptoms of panic disorder such as excessive fear, sweating, rapid heart rate, trembling or shaking, shortness of breath, chills etc.
Q. Does Citox 20mg Tablet make you gain weight?
Weight changes may be seen while using Citox 20mg Tablet, so monitor your weight closely. Citox 20mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Although SSRIs are associated with weight loss at first, long-term use of SSRIs may cause an increase in the weight. Long-term use is considered when the treatment lasts longer than six months. If these weight changes bother you, please consult your doctor.
Q. Can you drink alcohol while taking Citox 20mg Tablet?
No, it is advised not to take alcohol while taking Citox 20mg Tablet. Citox 20mg Tablet can cause sleepiness or may affect your ability to make decisions, think clearly, or react quickly. And taking alcohol with this medicine will only worsen these side effects. Therefore, you must avoid alcohol if you are on Citox 20mg Tablet.
Q. Can Citox 20mg Tablet cause abnormal heartbeat or arrhythmia?
Yes, Citox 20mg Tablet has been found to cause prolongation of the QT interval (a type of ECG abnormality) that can lead to arrhythmia (abnormal heartbeat or heart rhythm), which can be dangerous. However, this is very rare according to scientific research reports. Moreover, abnormalities in electrolyte levels (such as potassium and magnesium) may also increase the risk of abnormalities in the heartbeat of people suffering from heart problems. Such people must have an ECG review, before as well as during treatment with Citox 20mg Tablet. However, the final decision will be only made by your doctor, after analyzing your health condition and considering all possible risks and benefits of this medicine.
Q. What are the side effects of Citox 20mg Tablet?
The most common side effects of Citox 20mg Tablet are low sexual desire, vomiting, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), anorgasmia (decreased orgasm), nausea, weight gain, erectile dysfunction, stomach upset, and restlessness. Please consult your doctor if these do not resolve or worry you. Your doctor will suggest ways to prevent or treat these side effects.
Q. Is it better to take Citox 20mg Tablet in the morning or at night?
It is usually recommended to take Citox 20mg Tablet once a day in the morning since it can keep you awake if taken late at night. You can take it with or without food. You should prefer taking it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it.