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Indications & Uses
Cis is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Depressive illness: Adult: 20 mg daily as a single dose in the morning or evening, increased if necessary to a maximum of 60 mg daily. Elderly: Max 40 mg daily. Child: Not recommended. Panic disorder: Adult: Initially 10 mg daily, increased to 20 mg after 7 days, with a usual dose of 20 to 30 mg daily; max. 60 mg daily. Elderly: Max 40 mg daily. Child: Not recommended.
Side Effects
Palpitations, postural hypotension, coughing, yawning, confusion, poor concentration, amnesia, migraine, taste changes, excess salivation, rhinitis, tinnitus, and urination problems may occur.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Arpolax should be used cautiously in patients who have epilepsy, are undergoing concurrent electroconvulsive therapy, or have a history of mania, cardiac disease, diabetes mellitus, angle-closure glaucoma, or bleeding disorders. Caution is also needed in hepatic or renal impairment, and during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Contraindications
Citalopram should not be taken by patients who are currently experiencing a manic episode.