What is Celexa used for?
Celexa is used
to treat depression.
Who should not take Celexa? You should
not take Celxa if you are currently taking certain other antidepressant
medications in the group called monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors,
such as phenelzine or tranylcypromine. You should stop taking
MAO inhibitors 2 weeks before starting Celexa, and you should
be off Celexa for 2 weeks before starting on MAO inhibitor
medication.
General Precautions with Celexa:
- Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you
know how you will react to Celexa.
- Drinking alcohol while being treated with Celexa
is not recommended.
If you currently have, or have a history of the following
conditions, your health care provider will evaluate you to
decide if Celexa is right for you:
- Mania
- Seizures
- Liver disease
- Severe kidney problems
What should I tell my doctor or health care provider?
- Review all medications that you are taking with
your health care provider, including those that you take
without a prescription, as there may be interactions.
- Tell your health care provider if you are trying
to become pregnant, are already pregnant, or are breast
feeding.
What are some possible side effects of Celexa?
(This is NOT a complete list of side effects
reported with Celexa. Your health care provider can discuss
with you a more complete list of side effects.)
The most common side effect with Celexa is sexual
problems in male patients.
Some other possible side effects include:
- Nausea
- Dry mouth
- Sleepiness
- Increase in sweating
For more detailed information about Celexa, ask your health
care provider.
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