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Citalopram Hydrobromide

Also sold as Citalopram, Citalopram Hydrobromide

Medicine summary · from official FDA labels · Oct 19, 2026

Serious warning: WARNING: SUICIDAL THOUGHTS AND BEHAVIORS Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in pediatric and young adult patients in short-term studies. Closely monitor all antidepressant-treated patients for clinical worsening, and for emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors [see Warnings and Precautions (5.
1 recall on record — a recall affects specific batches; check with your pharmacist.

What it’s used for

Citalopram tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . Citalopram tablets are a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults ( 1 ) .

How to take it

Administer once daily with or without food ( 2 ) . Initial dosage is 20 mg once daily; after one week may increase to maximum dosage of 40 mg once daily ( 2.

Important warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS QT-Prolongation and Torsade de Pointes : Dose-dependent QTc prolongation, Torsade de pointes, ventricular tachycardia, and sudden death have occurred. Avoid use of citalopram in patients with congenital long QT syndrome, bradycardia, hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia, recent acute myocardial infarction, or uncompensated heart failure and patients taking other drugs that prolong the QTc interval.

Common side effects

The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Hypersensitivity reactions [see Contraindications (4) ] Suicidal thoughts and behaviors in adolescents and young adults [see Warnings and Precautions (5. 1) ] QT-prolongation and torsade de pointes [see Warnings and Precautions (5.

Interactions

Table 5 presents clinically important drug interactions with citalopram.

If pregnant or breastfeeding

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Forms & strengths

20 MG Oral Tablet · 30 MG Oral Capsule · 10 MG Oral Tablet · 2 MG/ML Oral Solution · 40 MG Oral Tablet · 40 MG/ML Oral Solution · 10 MG Disintegrating Oral Tablet · 20 MG Disintegrating Oral Tablet · 40 MG Disintegrating Oral Tablet

Questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist

  • Is this the right medicine for my condition, and how long should I take it?
  • What side effects should I watch for, and which need urgent attention?
  • Does this interact with my other medicines, supplements, or alcohol?
  • What should I do if I miss a dose or take too much?