Elevate Serotonin Balance: Exploring Talopram Tablets with Citalopram HCL 40 mg for Well-being

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Composition:

Each tablet contains:

  • Citalopram HCL 40 mg

Properties:

Talopram (Citalopram) is an oral selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) with a chemical structure unrelated to that of other SSRIs or of tricyclic, tetracyclic, or other antidepressants. It is highly selective in inhibiting serotonin reuptake (SSRI) with minimal effects on norepinephrine and dopamine neuronal reuptake. Citalopram has no or very low affinity for 5-HT 1A, 5-HT 2A, dopamine D 1 and D 2, alpha 1, alpha 2, and beta-adrenergic, histamine HI, gamma amino butyric acid (GABA), muscarinic cholinergic, and benzodiazepine receptors.

Indications:

Talopram (Citalopram) is indicated for the treatment of:

  • Major depressive disorder
  • Anxiety disorders

Dosage Administration:

Talopram (Citalopram) should be administered at an initial dose of 20 mg once daily. It is administered once daily, in the morning or evening, with or without food.

Contra Indications:

  • Concomitant use in patients taking monoamine oxidize inhibitors (MAOIs) is contraindicated. Talopram should not be used in combination with an MAOI, or within 14 days of discontinuing treatment with an MAOI. Similarly, at least 14 days should be allowed after stopping Talopram before starting an MAOI.
  • Talopram is contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity to citalopram.
  • Driving and Operating Machinery: Patients should be cautioned about operating hazardous machinery, including automobiles, until they are certain that citalopram therapy does not affect their ability to engage in such activities.

Side Effects:

Mild and Transient:

  • Rash
  • Pruritis

Less Frequent:

  • Dry mouth
  • Increased sweating
  • Tremor
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Dysphagia
  • Fatigue
  • Disturbed sleep
  • Impaired concentration
  • Apathy
  • Decreased appetite
  • Agitation
  • Delayed ejaculation
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Polyuria
  • Flushing

Packing:

Each box contains 10 tablets in 1 strip.

Talopram Tablets is a product manufactured by Adwia Pharmaceuticals Industries. Adwia is a leading Egyptian company founded in 1984 with a mission to bring the latest technologies and the highest available know-how to the market. They are committed to innovation and care and have a proven track record of success. For more information about Adwia Pharmaceuticals Industries, please visit their website or contact them directly.

 
   
     

About the Author

     

Dr. Ahmad Baker, PharmD

     

He is a senior pharmacist and health educator with extensive experience in the Middle East and North Africa region. Through his writing, Dr. Ahmad aims to empower communities by providing reliable, evidence-based health information. With expertise in clinical pharmacy and regulatory affairs, he strives to offer unique insights into healthcare and simplify complex medical concepts, making them accessible to everyone.

   
   
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