Citalopram

What is Citalopram?

Citalopram hydrobromide (HBr) is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Citalopram affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause depression. It is used in the treatment of depression.

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How do members experience Citalopram?

Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness

Purpose Patients Evaluations Perceived Effectiveness
Major depressive disorder 10,052 800
Depressed mood 2,279 889
Post-traumatic stress disorder 907 181
Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) 657 141
Mild depression 592 106

Common side effects

Side effect Patients Percentage
Decreased sex drive (libido) 70
Fatigue 57
Weight gain 55
Nausea 52
Dry mouth 38
Dizziness 35

Side effect severity

Side effects as an overall problem
Severity Evaluations Percentage
Severe 172
Moderate 331
Mild 510
None 1,017

Member evaluations

baebae

evaluated on Sep 29, 2016

  • Perceived effectiveness for drug interaction with Neurontin: Slight
  • Side effects: None

Tommy Maker

evaluated on Aug 31, 2016

  • Perceived effectiveness for depressed mood: Moderate
  • Side effects: None

Missy180

evaluated on Apr 20, 2016

  • Perceived effectiveness for increased anxiety: None
  • Side effects: Severe
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