Cita S Plus Tablets
Cita S Plus Tablets Description
Cita S Plus tablet is a prescription medication. Managing the symptoms of anxiety disorder, mood disorders, and comorbid depression are the most common uses of Cita S Plus tablets. It is a combinatio
n of two active components: Clonazepam and Escitalopram. Clonazepam is a tranquilliser (medicines that reduce anxiety and fear). Escitalopram is an antidepressant and helps stabilise mood. Mood disorders such as anxiety and depression affect how one feels and drastically reduce the quality of life. The mode of action of Cita S Plus tablets is by reducing the excess activity of nerves in the brain and stabilising mood. The medicine also induces a calming effect and sedation. Drowsiness, tiredness, diarrhoea, stomach issues and slow heart rate are some side effects of Cita S Plus tablets. Dose and duration of this medicine must be carefully monitored, especially in older adults and those with liver and kidney illnesses. The dose should also be monitored as it can cause dependency in the long term. It is vital to inform the doctor of the user's medical history and any medications being currently used to check for any interactions.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹77.47 |
You Save | ₹10.56 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Citalopram(5.0 Mg) + Clonazepam(0.25 Mg) |
Uses | Anxiety, Major depressive disorder, Panic disorder |
Side effects | Delayed ejaculation, Vomiting, Memory problems, Confusion, Depression, Drowsiness, Weight gain, Loss of appetite, Change in sexual desire |
Therapy | ANTI-ANXIETY AND ANTI-DEPRESSANT |
Uses of Cita S Plus Tablets
- As per CDSCO, the Cita S Plus tablet is used for the following:
- Treatment of the symptoms of comorbid depression (depression associated with other disorders)
- Treatment of anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and other mood disorders
Contraindications of Cita S Plus Tablets
- If you have any allergic reaction to the components of Cita S Plus tablets.
- If you have a history of alcohol addiction or drug/substance abuse, mental health disorder, depression, etc.
- If you are using other anti-anxiety or sedatives; they can interfere with Cita S Plus tablets and cause adverse reactions.
- If you have acute-angle glaucoma (an eye condition that causes high fluid pressure inside the eye); Cita S Plus tablets worsen the condition.
- If you have liver disease.
- If you have a seizure disorder and are on antiepileptic (anti-seizure) medication.
Side effects of Cita S Plus Tablets
- Side effects of Cita S Plus tablets include:
- Drowsiness
- Tiredness
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach issues
- Slow heart rate
- Sexual dysfunctions
- Memory problems
- Uncoordinated movements
Precautions and Warnings of Cita S Plus Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are under 18 years of age; the Cita S Plus medicine's safety in children is not clearly established.
- You experience persistent side effects.
- You are an older adult over 65; this medicine can cause increased side effects due to slow metabolism.
- You have a respiratory disease; use this medicine with caution.
- You are using Ayurvedic or herbal medicines or supplements, notify your doctor as some can cause serious side effects when taken with Cita S Plus tablets.
Mode of Action of Cita S Plus Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Cita S Plus Tablets
- Take Cita S Plus tablets exactly in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.
- Do not take more than the recommended dose of this medicine, even if you do not notice its effects.
- Take the tablet as a whole with a glass of water; do not break or chew it.
- Do not take Cita S Plus tablets with other medications without informing your doctor.
- Do not use these tablets if their packaging is damaged.
- Do not suddenly stop using Cita S Plus tablets.
- Take this medicine with or without food. In case of any stomach issues, take it after meals.
Interactions of Cita S Plus Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Anti-anxiety and mood disorder medicines, such as linezolid, moclobemide, selegiline, etc., combined with the Cita S Plus tablet can cause severe reactions. They inhibit serotonin metabolism and can result in serotonin levels that are high enough to induce heart and neurotoxic Serotonin Syndrome....
- Do not use other antidepressant medicines like Fluoxetine, Paroxetine, etc., with Cita S Plus tablets. This combination can increase serotonin levels and cause serotonin toxicity with life-threatening side effects....
- Do not take other medicines that cause drowsiness (allergy and cold and cough medicine, opiates, and narcotic pain relievers) with Cita S Plus tablets. These medicines can increase the side effects of Cita S Plus tablets and cause extreme drowsiness....
- If you have bleeding issues or take blood thinners, use caution when taking Cita S Plus tablets, as this medicine increases the risk of bleeding in such persons.
- If you are already using antiepileptic medicines for seizure disorders, inform your doctor as these medicines can increase the side effects of Cita S Plus tablets.
Interactions with food items
- Try to avoid tyramine-rich food products like cheese, milk, beef, chicken liver, meat extract, avocados, bananas, canned figs, soybeans, and chocolate. This can result in a sudden and dangerous increase in blood pressure....
- Avoid eating grapefruit and its juice while on treatment with Cita S Plus tablets. This fruit can increase the levels of this medicine in the blood.
Storage and disposal of Cita S Plus Tablets
Dosage of Cita S Plus Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Vijay Y
MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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References
- Landy K. Escitalopram [Internet]. StatPearls [Internet]. U.S. National Library of Medicine; 2021 [cited 3 Mar 2022] -
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 3 Mar 2022] -
- Clonazepam: Medlineplus Drug Information [Internet]. MedlinePlus. U.S. National Library of Medicine; [cited 3 Mar 2022] -
- Kakde RB, Satone DD. Spectrophotometric Method for Simultaneous Estimation of Escitalopram Oxalate and Clonazepam in Tablet Dosage Form [Internet]. Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. Medknow Publications. 2009 [cited 3 Mar 2022] -
- Dar SA, Bhat BA, Jan MM. Addition of Benzodiazepines to Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors to Optimize Treatment of Depression: A Hospital-based Study [Internet]. International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences. [cited 3 Mar 2022] -
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