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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Citograph-10 Tab is used in the treatment of depression and other mental health conditions, which include anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It contains Escitalopram, which works by increasing serotonin levels, a chemical messenger in the brain which is responsible for improving mood and physical symptoms of depression. It is also responsible for relieving symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. In some cases, you may experience a decreased or increased appetite, weight gain, pain, sweating, fatigue, or high fever. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Synonym :

ESCITALOPRAM OXALATE

Composition :

ESCITALOPRAM-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Solvate Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Citograph-10 Tab

Citograph-10 Tab is used in the treatment of depression and other mental health conditions, which include anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Depression is a mood disorder that affects a person's day-to-day life. Anxiety is defined as an emotion that is characterised by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and symptoms like increased blood pressure.

Citograph-10 Tab works by increasing serotonin (a chemical messenger) levels in the brain, which is responsible for improving the mood and physical symptoms of depression.

In some cases, you may experience a decreased or increased appetite, weight gain, pain, sweating, fatigue, or high fever as side effects. Most of the side effects of Citograph-10 Tab do not require medical attention and usually resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

You can take Citograph-10 Tab with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Citograph-10 Tab . Try not to stop taking Citograph-10 Tab  of your own, as it may lead to unpleasant side effects. Please inform your doctor about this, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Let your doctor know if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, any heart problems, or are currently taking medicines for depression, or are pregnant/breastfeeding mothers before taking Citograph-10 Tab .

Uses of Citograph-10 Tab

Citograph-10 Tab is used in the treatment of depression, mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. The detailed uses of Citograph-10 Tab are as follows:

  • Depression Treatment: Citograph-10 Tab is frequently prescribed to improve mood and mental health by reducing the symptoms of major depressive illness.
  • Anxiety Management: This medication helps lessen excessive worry and symptoms associated with generalised anxiety disorder (GAD).
  • OCD Management: Citograph-10 Tab can be prescribed to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), which lowers the frequency and severity of compulsive behaviours and obsessive thoughts.
  • Panic Disorder: By lowering the frequency of panic attacks and the distress they cause, the medicine can help treat panic disorder.
  • Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Citograph-10 Tab can assist people with PTSD in managing their anxiety and distress from painful memories as part of their treatment approach.

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Directions for Use

  • Citograph-10 Tab can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow Citograph-10 Tab as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Citograph-10 Tab is a type of antidepressant which belongs to the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI).
  • It is primarily used in the treatment of depression and other mental health conditions, which include anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
  • Citograph-10 Tab works by increasing serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain which is responsible for improving the mood and physical symptoms of depression.
  • It is also responsible for relieving symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

How Citograph-10 Tab Works

Citograph-10 Tab works by increasing serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain which is responsible for improving the mood and physical symptoms of depression. It is also responsible for relieving symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Citograph-10 Tablet
  • Inability to have an orgasm can be managed by treating any underlying medical condition that has not been diagnosed.
  • Observe yourself and try to understand why this inability occurs.
  • Regularly do strengthening exercises to improve blood flow throughout the body to improve your desire.
  • Implement massage techniques to enhance blood flow to organs.
  • Take a balanced diet and quit smoking.
  • Practice yoga and meditation to improve thought processes and have cognitive behavioural therapy.

What if I have taken an overdose of Citograph-10 Tab

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Citograph-10 Tab as it may cause serious adverse effects. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Citograph-10 Tab or any other components of it.
  • Citograph-10 Tab should be avoided in patients having epilepsy, impaired liver or kidney function, diabetes, decreased level of sodium in the blood, tendency to easily develop bleeding or bruises, patients receiving electroconvulsive treatment, having coronary heart disease,
  • Also, let your doctor know if you have any heart problems or have recently had a heart attack, have a low resting heart rate, vomiting, are usin using diuretics, experiencing a fast or irregular heartbeat, faint, collapse, or dizziness on standing up, had eye problems
  • Citograph-10 Tab is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding mothers
  • Children below 12 years of age should avoid taking Citograph-10 Tab as the safety and efficacy have not been established.
  • Try not to stop taking Citograph-10 Tab  on your own, as it may lead to unpleasant side effects. Please inform your doctor about this, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while on this medication, as it can lead to dangerous side effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Citograph-10 Tablet:
Taking Duloxetine with Citograph-10 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Duloxetine with Citograph-10 Tablet can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, blurred vision, pain in the muscles, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citograph-10 Tablet:
Taking Citograph-10 Tablet and posaconazole together can raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Posaconazole and Citograph-10 Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience drowsiness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citograph-10 Tablet:
When Clozapine is taken with Citograph-10 Tablet, it can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Clozapine and Citograph-10 Tablet, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citograph-10 Tablet:
Combining Oxaliplatin with Citograph-10 Tablet can increase the risk of QTc prolongation.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Oxaliplatin and Citograph-10 Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citograph-10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Citograph-10 Tablet with clomipramine can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking clomipramine and Citograph-10 Tablet together can cause an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramProtriptyline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Citograph-10 Tablet:
Taking Protriptyline and Citograph-10 Tablet may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Citograph-10 Tablet with Protriptyline together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citograph-10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Citograph-10 Tablet with Sorafenib can lead to or increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Citograph-10 Tablet with Sorafenib together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramAnagrelide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Citograph-10 Tablet:
Taking Citograph-10 Tablet with Anagrelide can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Citograph-10 Tablet and Anagrelide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms - feeling dizzy, lightheaded, or like you might faint, having a fast or irregular heartbeat, or having trouble breathing - contact your doctor right away. These symptoms could be a sign of a heart problem or other serious condition. Don't hesitate to reach out for help if you're experiencing prolonged diarrhea, vomiting, or any complications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citograph-10 Tablet:
Taking Cyclobenzaprine with Citograph-10 Tablet might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking cyclobenzaprine with Citograph-10 Tablet can possibly lead to an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, shivering, muscle spasm, or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Citograph-10 Tablet:
Taking Ketoconazole and Citograph-10 Tablet together can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ketoconazole and Citograph-10 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Doing regular exercise can help lower anxiety by releasing endorphins and improving sleep.
  • Find humour in your daily life. Try to watch light-hearted shows to help relieve stress.
  • You can try increasing your mindfulness by including yoga, meditation, cognitive therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
  • Drink enough water to stay hydrated, and limit or avoid alcohol and caffeine to relieve anxiety.
  • Include a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits. This is a healthier option than eating many simple carbohydrates in processed foods.
  • Herbs like turmeric, ginger, and chamomile contain anti-inflammatory properties. Including this stuff in meals can reduce inflammation caused by anxiety disorders.
  • Reduce your alcohol, caffeine, added sugar, high salt, and high-fat intake. Significantly, trans fats may also help reduce inflammation.
  • You can include antioxidants in your daily diet, like ashwagandha, omega-3 fatty acids, green tea, and lemon balm.
  • Try to spend time with your friends and family. Having a solid social network may help you lower your risk of anxiety.

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Alcohol

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It is not recommended to take alcohol with Citograph-10 Tab to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

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Citograph-10 Tab is not recommended in pregnancy. However, if you were already taking this medicine before becoming pregnant, do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor. It can pose a small risk of problems for an unborn baby. Your doctor might prescribe you this medicine in pregnancy depending upon your condition as it is important to stay well in pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

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Citograph-10 Tab passes into breast milk in very small amounts and might cause side effects in breastfed babies. It can be prescribed if the baby is healthy. However, if after taking Citograph-10 Tab , the baby isn't feeding well as usual, or is sleeping a lot than normal, please consult your doctor.

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Driving

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It is not recommended to drive after taking Citograph-10 Tab as it may cause drowsiness and interfere with your driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Citograph-10 Tab to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Citograph-10 Tab to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases, as dose adjustment might be required.

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Children

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Citograph-10 Tab is not recommended in children below 12 years of age.

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Heart

Exercise caution before using Citograph-10 Tab in case of heart problems. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Dosage adjustments may be needed based on your condition

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Geriatrics

Caution

Exercise caution before using Citograph-10 Tab in older patients. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Solvate Laboratories Pvt.Ltd., C-57, Iiird Floor, Vikas Marg, Preet Vihar, Delhi-110092
Other Info - CIT0470

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