What are the worst side effects of Celexa?
Nausea, dry mouth, loss of appetite, tiredness, drowsiness, sweating, blurred vision, and yawning may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Is brand name Celexa better than generic?
The Food and Drug Administration sees no difference between brand-name and generic medications for depression. Most psychiatrists readily prescribe generics as effective copies of the original. That said, it is not at all rare for patients who switch to a generic from a brand-name medication to experience a difference.
Does Generic Celexa cause weight gain?
Celexa has been associated with slight weight gain, but it’s thought that the drug itself doesn’t cause this effect. Rather, the weight increase is likely due to improved appetite from taking the drug. A better appetite can cause you to eat more, leading to increased body weight.
Is it better to take Celexa in the morning or at night?
You can take citalopram at any time of day, as long as you stick to the same time every day. If you have trouble sleeping, it’s best to take it in the morning.
What should you not take with Celexa?
Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, safinamide, selegiline, tranylcypromine) during treatment with this medication. Most MAO inhibitors should also not be taken for two weeks before and after treatment with this medication.
Can a different brand of medication cause side effects?
Buying medicines online Online medicines aren’t regulated and ingredients in them can vary. They may cause unpleasant side effects or may not be suitable for you. It’s best to see your GP before buying medicines online as they know your medical history and can advise you whether the medicine would be suitable.
Do generic drugs have more side effects?
It found that patients who took generic versions of three different blood pressure medications in the months after the generic drugs became available saw increased rates of drug-related side effects. Study authors said this might suggest performance differences between the brand-name and generic drugs.
Does Celexa help you sleep?
These medications can perform double duty by helping you sleep and improving your mood. But for some people, SSRIs can cause insomnia, so your doctor may have you take these in the morning, sometimes with an additional medicine for a short time to help people sleep at night. Examples are: Citalopram (Celexa)
Can you drink coffee while taking citalopram?
Citalopram Interactions with Caffeine Consumption of caffeine products, chocolates and desserts along with citalopram can cause dangerous side effects leading to serotonin syndrome.