How many mg of citalopram is safe for an elderly person?

The recommended maximum dose for the elderly is 20 mg daily. Citalopram should not be used in the treatment of children and adolescents under the age of 18 years (see section 4.4). An initial dose of 10 mg daily for the first two weeks of treatment is recommended in patients with mild or moderate hepatic impairment.

How long does it take for citalopram to absorb?

How long does it take for citalopram to absorb?
Absorption: Citalopram, like most SSRIs, is well absorbed following oral administration. Peak serum levels are reached at about 4 hours. Distribution: 80% protein bound (including metabolites) with a large volume of distribution (~12 L/kg).

What is citalopram oral drops?

What is citalopram oral drops?
The name of your medicine is Citalopram Oral Drops, Solution (called citalopram in the rest of this leaflet). This belongs to a group of medicines called Selective Serotonin Re-uptake Inhibitors (SSRI) antidepressants.

How much activated charcoal do you give for citalopram?

50g activated charcoal can be administered to alert and cooperative patients who have ingested >600mg of citalopram. NB. Activated charcoal is not indicated for other SSRIs that do not cause QT prolongation – as outcomes are good with supportive care only).

What does citalopram look like in pharmaceutical form?

What does citalopram look like in pharmaceutical form?
Pharmaceutical form White to off white, round, biconvex, film coated tablets debossed with 'DZ' on one side and lip shaped breakline on the other side. 4. Clinical particulars Citalopram Tablets are indicated for the treatment of depressive illness in the initial phase and as maintenance against potential relapse/recurrence.

How did you feel on citalapram?

How did you feel on citalapram?
I started talking citalapram about 8 weeks ago after suffering with sudden anxiety which started to make me feel depressed. I was such a wreck at the time that I took myself to the docs for help and they suggested a 20mg dosage. I had horrible side effects to start with nausea, dizzyness, lost a stone in weight.

How much citalopram can you take for panic disorder?

Citalopram 40 mg film-coated tablets are also indicated in the treatment of panic disorder with or without agoraphobia. Citalopram should be administered as a single oral dose of 20 mg daily. Dependent on the individual patient response, the dose may be increased to a maximum of 40 mg daily.