What is Citalopram?
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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 | 799 | |
| Depressed mood | 2,280 | 889 | |
| Post-traumatic stress disorder | 909 | 181 | |
| Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) | 657 | 141 | |
| Mild depression | 592 | 106 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Decreased sex drive (libido) | 69 | |
| Fatigue | 57 | |
| Weight gain | 55 | |
| Nausea | 52 | |
| Dry mouth | 38 | |
| Dizziness | 35 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 172 | |
| Moderate | 330 | |
| Mild | 508 | |
| None | 1,013 |
Member evaluations
gilless10
evaluated on Mar 08, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for depressed mood: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
gardener
evaluated on Feb 16, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for depressed mood: Major
- Side effects: Mild
badger71
evaluated on Feb 13, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for fibromyalgia: Moderate
- Side effects: Mild
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