Cita S 5mg Tablets
Description
Cita S 5 mg Tab is commonly used to manage depression and other mental illnesses, including panic disorder, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. A selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor or SSR
I is a kind of antidepressant. Cita S 5 mg Tab aids depression recovery by elevating mood and reducing anxiety and stress. It is possible to consume it with or without food. Your doctor will choose the dose and frequency of administration based on the quantity necessary to handle your symptoms. Your specialist may begin with a lesser dose and gradually raise it. Do not modify the amount or avoid taking it without checking your specialist even if you feel fine. It might aggravate your disease or cause negative withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, restlessness, and sleep difficulties. Take Cita S 5 mg Tab around the same time every day to obtain maximum effectiveness. If you have difficulties sleeping, your specialist may urge you to take it first thing in the morning. It shall take several days for you to feel good. Contact your doctor if you haven't seen any improvement after four weeks. Nausea, exhaustion, increased perspiration, diminished sexual drive, delayed ejaculation, and difficulty attaining orgasm are frequent adverse effects of this medication. In addition, after taking Cita S 5 mg Tab, some people may feel sleepy. If you feel a rapid change in your mood or have thoughts about injuring yourself, contact your healthcare provider immediately. If you already have epilepsy, seizures, fits, liver or renal illness, diabetes, cardiac issues, or are presently taking MAO inhibitors for anxiety; you should see your therapist before using Cita S 5 mg Tab. These factors may have an impact on Cita S 5 mg Tab therapy. Please talk to your healthcare provider about all medications you consume to ensure your safety.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹33.37 |
| You Save | ₹10.54 (24% on MRP) |
| Contains | Citalopram |
| Uses | Treatment of anxiety disorder, depression, and panic disorder |
| Side effects | Delayed ejaculation, decreased libido, anorgasmia or decreased orgasm in women, fatigue, sleepiness, increased sweating, insomnia or difficulty in sleeping, nausea |
| Therapy | ANTI-DEPRESSANT |
Uses of Cita S 5 MG
- As per CDSCO, Cita S 5 mg Tab treats depression, anxiety disorder, and panic disorder.
Contraindications of Cita S 5 MG
- If you feel allergic to any active ingredients of Cita S 5 mg Tab
- If you are using Pimozide
- If you possess any liver disease
- If you possess a history of eye problems or acute angle glaucoma
- If you had diabetes or heart problems
Side effects of Cita S 5 MG
- Delayed ejaculation
- Decreased libido
- Anorgasmia or reduced orgasm in women
- Fatigue
- Sleepiness
- Increased sweating
- Insomnia or difficulty in sleeping
- Nausea
Precautions and Warnings of Cita S 5 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You must be cautious if you have diabetes, heart disease, renal or liver illness while consuming Cita S 5 mg Tab.
- You shall possess suicidal thoughts or unusual mood swings while consuming Cita S 5 mg Tab.
- You shall consume Cita S 5 mg Tab since it possesses a shallow risk for addiction or dependency.
- You might have a lower chance of developing sexual dysfunction.
- You shall not abruptly stop consuming Cita S 5 mg Tab.
Mode of Action of Cita S 5 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Cita S 5 MG
- Consume Cita S 5 mg Tab orally once a day, with or without meals. In addition, take Cita S 5 mg Tab at about the same time each day, either in the mornings or in the evening; to assist you, make sure to take it....
- Read the label instructions thoroughly, and if there is anything you don't understand, ask your healthcare provider or physician to clarify it.
- Take Cita S 5 mg Tab as your doctor suggests. However, do not consume just a little of it or finish it more frequently than your specialist says.
- Your specialist might introduce you to a low dose of Cita S 5 mg Tab and gradually raise it over time.
- You may have withdrawal symptoms like mood swings, nausea, dizziness, burning, anxiety, disorientation, headache, or sweating if you suddenly stop using Cita S 5 mg Tab.
- Contact your doctor if you have any other symptoms when lowering your Cita S 5 mg Tab dose or stopping Cita S 5 mg Tab shortly after.
Interactions of Cita S 5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Cita S 5 mg Tab might interact with the following medications and cause severe side effects: increased sweating, decreased libido, delayed ejaculation, or fatigue. The medications are
- Blood-thinning medicines such as Phenprocoumon, Warfarin, Dipyridamole
- Antidepressants including Tranylcypromine, Phenelzine, Iproniazid
- Antimalarials like Mefloquine
Interactions with food items
- There is no interaction between Cita S 5 mg Tab and food. However, seek medical help before consuming Cita S 5 mg Tab.
Storage and disposal of Cita S 5 MG
Dosage of Cita S 5 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Divya Rohra
MBBS
Dr. Jagruti Jain
MBBS, MD, DNB, General Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is it preferable to take Cita S 5 mg Tab at bedtime or in the morning?
Q: Is it possible for Cita S 5 mg Tab to induce memory loss?
Q: Can Cita S 5 mg Tab make you gain weight?
References
- CDSCO [Internet]. Gov.in. [cited 2022 Mar 12]. Available from:
- Center for Drug Evaluation, Research. Escitalopram (marketed as Lexapro) information [Internet]. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. 2019 [cited 2022 Mar 12]. Available from
- Escitalopram in Adult Patients With Major Depressive Disorder [Internet]. Clinicaltrials.gov. [cited 2022 Mar 12]. Available from:
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