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CITALOPRAM Flashcards

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What is the common indication for Citalopram?

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Citalopram is commonly used to treat depression and anxiety disorders.

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What is the normal maintenance dose for Citalopram?

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The normal maintenance dose for Citalopram ranges from 20 to 40 mg per day.

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What is the drug class of Citalopram?

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Citalopram belongs to the class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).

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What are the possible optimization issues when taking Citalopram?

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Possible optimization issues with Citalopram include the risk of adverse effects such as nausea, dry mouth, and sexual dysfunction. Dose adjustments may also be necessary based on individual patient factors such as age, weight, and liver function.

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What are the common side effects of Citalopram?

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Common side effects of Citalopram include nausea, dry mouth, diarrhea, insomnia, and drowsiness.

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What should pharmacists lookout for when patients take Citalopram?

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Pharmacists should monitor patients for signs of adverse reactions such as suicidal thoughts, seizures, and serotonin syndrome. They should also be aware of potential drug interactions and counsel patients on the importance of adhering to the dosing schedule.

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MHRA advise for all SSRIS/SNRIs

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Small increased risk of post partum haemorrhage when used in the month before delivery.

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Citalopram is contraindicated in….

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QT interval elongation

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List the symptoms of poisoning by SSRIs

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Nausea, vomiting, agitation, tremor, nystagmus, convulsion

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State the uncommon side effects of Citalopram

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Oedema

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What is the common side effects of Citalopram

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Acute angle closure glaucoma, apathy, flatulence, hypersalivation, migraine and rhinitis

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List the symptoms associated with abrupt treatment cessation

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Headache, flu like symptoms, anxiety, dizziness, Sweating, electric shock, GI disturbance

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Citalopram may impair performance of skilled tasks eg driving, operating machinery. True ir false?

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True

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What is the dose of Citalopram for Depressive illness?

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20mg OD increased in steps of 20mg /3-4 weeks max 4pmg/day

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What’s the dose of Citalopram for panic disorder

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Initially 10mg daily

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