Celexa is a chemical used to treat depression. It is categorised under SSRI. SSRI stands for selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. It balances serotonin, a natural chemical substance present in brain, which affects the mood of a person. It is available in the form of syrup and tablets. Store the medicine at room temperature. Keep it away from heat and moisture. You may purchase Celexa at TrueMed Canada website.

I am taking Azilect right now, can I start taking Celexa?

Azilect is a MAOI (monoamine oxidase inhibitors). MAOI and Celexa can’t be taken together so please give the minimum gap of 14 days between them. After you stop taking Azilect, wait for minimum 14 days before you start taking Celexa and do consult your doctor before you take Celexa. Never ever start taking this medicine by you.

I have just started taking Celexa and I am facing great changes in my mood. Is this normal?

Yes, you may face mood changes and behaviour change in first few days when you start taking Celexa. It may also cause suicidal feelings especially in the people who are younger than 24 years of age. So if these feelings are worsening with time, immediately contact your doctor.

I am taking Celexa, what all should I avoid with it?

Do not intake the Alcohol with Celexa as it may react with it. It may affect your thinking and reactions. Be careful if you need to perform a work that needs mental attentiveness. If you are taking some other medicine that makes you feel drowsy and sleepy, Let your doctor know about it as it may add on to the sleepiness that occurs due to Celexa.

I am pregnant and a nursing mother is it safe to take Celexa?

It is found that anti depressant drugs categorised under SSRI may cause some serious lungs issues in newly born babies and also may pass through the breast milk and can cause harm to your baby. If you are already taking Celexa, do not stop it by yourself as it may relapse the depression however contact your doctor immediately.

I some time miss my dose, what can I do to fulfil it?

Take the medicine immediately after you remember it however if it is the time to take another dose, skip the dose that you have forgotten. Do not take double dose to make up for the missed dose.

What are some of the side effects of Celexa?

Celexa may cause Sleeplessness, nausea, stomach upset, loss of appetite, concentration and memory issues, hallucinations, uneven heart beats, high fever, aggressiveness, vomiting. If you are facing some serious side effects, call your doctor immediately.

I want to take Celexa however do not have any idea, how to take it?

Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take longer than or more than recommended. Visit your doctor regularly. Try to intake the medicine each day around the same time. If you are taking Celexa syrup, take the exact dose as prescribed; exactly measure the liquid in a measuring cup before taking. Medicine may take a month’s time to start its effect on you.