Celexa - what is it?
Celexa, active ingredient citalopram hydrobromide, is a medication that is used to treat depression, which is often called clinical or major depression.
Who Manufactures Celexa?
Celexa is made by a company called Forest Pharmaceuticals. Generic forms of Celexa are made by many companies.
How it works
Celexa belongs to the class of medications known as "selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors." They are called SSRIs. Medications like this act on the levels of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is just one of many chemicals that the brain uses to send messages between the nerve cells.
As message travel the length of nerves, the end of the cell releases serotonin. Serotonin fills the gap between nerve cells and when the gap is full, the receptors on the cell are activated and the message can keep on its path. Once this is achieved, the first cell will absorb the remaining serotonin, which is known as reuptake.
Potential Side Effects
As with all medications, there is the potential for side effects. Not everyone that takes this medication will notice side effects as it is generally well tolerated. When side effects are noticed they are usually minor and require little or no treatment. Less commonly reported side effects that are serious may occur.
Potential Drug Interactions
Celexa has the potential to interact with many different medications.
Generic Forms of Celexa
At this time, there are both generic and brand name forms of Celexa, as well as Celexa liquid that have been licensed for sale.