Celexa is a prescription medication used for the treatment of depression in adults. This eMedTV Web page explains how the antidepressant works, describes its effects, and lists some of the side effects that may occur while taking this drug.
Dry mouth, shakiness, and drowsiness are a few of the common side effects of Celexa. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at the side effects that can occur while taking this medication, including serious problems that require medical attention.
Weight gain appears to be a frequent side effect of Celexa, occurring in more than 1 percent of patients. This eMedTV Web page discusses Celexa and weight gain in more detail and provides some suggestions for helping with weight gain.
Common Celexa sexual side effects may include impotence, priapism, or decreased libido. This eMedTV resource describes these potential sexual side effects in more detail and discusses what your doctor may recommend if these problems arise.
Occasionally, Celexa may be used to treat premature ejaculation. This eMedTV resource further explores Celexa and premature ejaculation, and explains how the medication can be used "off-label" to treat the sexual problem.
Weight loss has been documented as a possible side effect of Celexa. This eMedTV Web page covers Celexa and weight loss in more detail, including an explanation of why weight loss occurs and how common this side effect is.
Up to 15 percent of people in clinical studies reported insomnia as a side effect of Celexa. This part of the eMedTV archives discusses Celexa and insomnia in more detail and provides suggestions for improving sleep habits to help cure insomnia.
It is possible to develop hair loss from Celexa use. As this eMedTV segment explains, hair loss occurs in 1 in 100 to 1 in 1,000 people who take Celexa. Your doctor may adjust your Celexa dose or prescribe another antidepressant if hair loss occurs.
Dry mouth is one of the most common side effects of Celexa (occurring in up to 20 percent of patients). This eMedTV page offers a more in-depth look at Celexa and dry mouth, including tips and suggestions for helping with a dry mouth.
Celexa can be used for the treatment of depression in adults. As this page on the eMedTV site explains, "off-label" Celexa uses may include the treatment of anorexia and bulimia, premature ejaculation, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
For the treatment of depression, Celexa dosages usually start at 20 mg once daily. This eMedTV article offers general dosage recommendations for Celexa and provides tips for when and how to take the medication.
Celexa drug interactions may occur if the antidepressant is taken with alcohol, NSAIDs, or warfarin. This eMedTV segment lists other drugs that may potentially lead to Celexa interactions and describes the side effects that may occur as a result.
Antidepressants like Celexa may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior in children and adults. This eMedTV page lists other Celexa warnings and precautions, and also provides a list of certain people who should not take the medication.
Generic Celexa products are available as tablets and in liquid form. This eMedTV page lists various strengths available for the generic versions of Celexa, explains the FDA's generic drug rating system, and offers information on the manufacturers.
Animal studies on Celexa and pregnancy show that the medication may potentially harm a fetus. As this eMedTV page explains, however, Celexa may still be prescribed if a doctor believes that the benefits outweigh any possible risks to the fetus.
Breastfeeding while on Celexa may result in the medicine being passed on to the nursing baby. This eMedTV page explains the research that has been conducted on Celexa and breastfeeding, and lists the possible symptoms nursing babies may experience.
Common symptoms of a Celexa overdose include sweating, drowsiness, and nausea. This part of the eMedTV archives contains a more complete list of possible overdose symptoms and describes the treatment options that are available for a Celexa overdose.
It is possible to experience withdrawals from Celexa when the medication is stopped abruptly. This eMedTV Web page lists potential Celexa withdrawal symptoms and describes the steps your doctor may take to reduce the chance of withdrawal symptoms.
Celexa may increase the risk of suicidal behavior in children and teenagers. This portion of the eMedTV library discusses Celexa and suicide risks in more detail and lists potential signs of suicidal behavior to look out for.
Since Celexa and alcohol act upon similar brain chemicals, mixing the two may increase depression symptoms. This eMedTV resource offers precautions for drinking alcohol with Celexa and defines "moderate" drinking.
What is the difference between Lexapro vs. Celexa? As this page on the eMedTV Web site explains, although Lexapro and Celexa are similar chemically, they are not interchangeable and are not approved for all of the same uses.
If depression symptoms continue after using Celexa, alternatives are available, such as various therapies. This eMedTV segment lists common Celexa alternatives, which may include other antidepressants, psychotherapy, or electroconvulsive therapy.
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