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OLARC 10MG TABLET is an antidepressant used to treat depression and other mental health conditions, including anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It contains Citalopram, which increases the levels of serotonin (a chemical messenger in the brain responsible for improving mood and physical symptoms of depression). It is also responsible for relieving symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

CITALOPRAM-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sigmund Promedica

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About OLARC 10MG TABLET

OLARC 10MG TABLET is an oral prescription medicine used to treat depression. It belongs to a group of drugs that help restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain to improve mood and overall well-being.

For the best results, you must take OLARC 10MG TABLET consistently every day, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food, typically once daily in the morning or evening. Making small lifestyle adjustments, such as maintaining a regular sleep schedule and incorporating gentle daily physical activity, can also support your treatment.

While taking OLARC 10MG TABLET, some people may experience mild side effects like dry mouth, nausea, or trouble sleeping. These often improve over a few weeks, but you should contact your doctor immediately if you notice severe mood changes, worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts.

Before starting OLARC 10MG TABLET, tell your doctor if you have certain health conditions, especially a history of heart rhythm problems, liver disease, or seizures. OLARC 10MG TABLET is not suitable for everyone, and those with a history of long QT syndrome must not take it.

OLARC 10MG TABLET can interact with alcohol, which may worsen drowsiness, and certain other medications like blood thinners or other antidepressants. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Uses of OLARC 10MG TABLET

OLARC 10MG TABLET is used in the treatment of Depression and other mental health conditions. The detailed uses of OLARC 10MG TABLET are as follows:

  • Depression: OLARC 10MG TABLET helps relieve symptoms of persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, and low energy associated with major depressive disorder.
  • Panic Disorder: In certain cases, doctors prescribe OLARC 10MG TABLET to help reduce the frequency and severity of panic attacks.

Key Benefits

OLARC 10MG TABLET helps improve mood and emotional well-being in people experiencing depression and related conditions. By supporting a more balanced emotional state, it can help restore interest in daily activities and improve overall quality of life.
Benefits may include:
• Helps reduce symptoms of depression, including persistent sadness and low mood.
• May help relieve feelings of anxiety, worry, and emotional tension.
• Supports improved interest in daily activities, hobbies, and social interactions.
• Helps promote healthier sleep patterns and improved rest.
• May improve energy levels, concentration, and day-to-day functioning.
• Supports long-term emotional stability and overall mental well-being.
 

Side effects of Olarc 10mg Tablet
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.

Directions for Use

  • Take OLARC 10MG TABLET by mouth, typically once a day, either in the morning or in the evening.
  • You can take OLARC 10MG TABLET with or without food, but taking it at the same time every day helps keep a steady amount of the medicine in your body.
  • Swallow it whole with a full glass of water. Do not chew, crush, or break it.
  • Always follow your doctor's exact instructions regarding how and when to take your medication. Do not stop taking it suddenly without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

How OLARC 10MG TABLET Works

OLARC 10MG TABLET contains citalopram. It helps improve mood and emotional well-being by increasing the availability of serotonin, a natural chemical involved in regulating mood, emotions, and sleep. It helps reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and low mood while supporting long-term emotional balance.
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Alcohol

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It is not recommended to take alcohol with OLARC 10MG TABLET to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

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OLARC 10MG TABLET 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

Unsafe

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

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Driving

Unsafe

It is not recommended to drive after taking OLARC 10MG TABLET as it may cause drowsiness and interfere with your driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

OLARC 10MG TABLET to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

OLARC 10MG TABLET to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions as dose adjustment might be required.

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Children

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Before Prescribing a OLARC 10MG TABLET doctor should check in a child, or adolescent must balance the potential risks with the clinical need.

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Heart

Caution

OLARC 10MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with heart problems. Please inform your doctor about any existing heart problems before using OLARC 10MG TABLET.

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Geriatrics

Caution

OLARC 10MG TABLET can be given in elderly patients with caution and only if prescribed by the doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of OLARC 10MG TABLET

In case of an accidental overdose, seek immediate emergency medical attention or contact a poison control centre right away. Symptoms of an overdose may include severe dizziness, sweating, nausea, rapid heart rate, or shaking.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Limit or avoid alcohol: Drinking alcohol while taking OLARC 10MG TABLET can increase drowsiness, impair coordination, and worsen symptoms of depression.
  • Practice patience: This medication can take 2 to 4 weeks (or sometimes longer) before you start feeling its full benefits. Continue taking it daily as directed, even if you do not feel immediate changes.
  • Maintain a consistent sleep routine: Since sleep changes can occur, try to go to bed and wake up at the same time each day, and avoid caffeine close to bedtime.
  • Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help manage mild side effects like dry mouth.
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How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for OLARC 10MG TABLET to start to work: The time required for OLARC 10MG TABLET to show its action is 1 to 4 weeks.
  • The time for which the effects of OLARC 10MG TABLET last: The effect of OLARC 10MG TABLET lasts for 9 days.

What if you forget to take OLARC 10MG TABLET

If you miss a dose and remember within 12 hours, take it right away and continue as normal. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose.

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.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not stop treatment abruptly: Never stop taking OLARC 10MG TABLET suddenly, as this may cause withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, dizziness, headache, tingling sensations, sleep disturbances, or anxiety. Your doctor will advise a gradual dose reduction when treatment needs to be discontinued.
  • Use caution during activities requiring alertness: OLARC 10MG TABLET may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or slower reaction times, particularly when starting treatment. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or performing hazardous tasks until you know how the medicine affects you.
  • Monitor for mood and behavior changes: Pay close attention to any sudden changes in mood, thoughts, emotions, or behavior, especially during the first few weeks of treatment or after a dose adjustment. Family members or caregivers should also help monitor for these changes and report concerns to a healthcare professional.
  • Consult your pharmacist before taking other medicines: Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen or aspirin, as combining them with OLARC 10MG TABLET may increase the risk of bleeding.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Other medicines that increase serotonin (e.g., other antidepressants, migraine medicines such as triptans, tramadol): Taking these alongside OLARC 10MG TABLET may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome, a potentially serious condition caused by excessive serotonin levels in the body.
  • Blood thinners (e.g., warfarin): Combining these with OLARC 10MG TABLET may increase the risk of bleeding and bruising.
  • Aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen): Taking these medicines alongside OLARC 10MG TABLET may increase the risk of stomach bleeding and other bleeding-related complications.
  • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) (e.g., phenelzine, tranylcypromine): Do not take these medicines with OLARC 10MG TABLET or within 14 days of stopping either treatment, as this may cause a life-threatening reaction.
  • Medicines that affect heart rhythm (e.g., certain antipsychotics, antiarrhythmic medicines): Combining these with OLARC 10MG TABLET may increase the risk of serious abnormal heart rhythms.
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OlanzapinePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Olarc 10mg Tablet:
Taking Olarc 10mg Tablet with Potassium citrate can increase the irritant effects of potassium on your stomach and upper intestine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Olarc 10mg Tablet and Potassium citrate is not recommended as it leads to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, and/or black, tarry stools, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OlanzapineRopinirole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Olarc 10mg Tablet:
When Ropinirole is taken with Olarc 10mg Tablet, it may reduce the effectiveness of ropinirole.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ropinirole with Olarc 10mg Tablet is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, low blood pressure, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
OlanzapinePramipexole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Olarc 10mg Tablet:
Taking Olarc 10mg Tablet with Pramipexole can increase the risk and severity of side effects and reduce the effectiveness of Pramipexole.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Olarc 10mg Tablet and Pramipexole is not recommended as it leads to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. If you experience any symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, and lightheadedness, contact a doctor immediately. Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery, and be careful while getting up from a sitting or lying position. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OlanzapinePotassium chloride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Olarc 10mg Tablet:
Taking Olarc 10mg Tablet with Potassium chloride can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Olarc 10mg Tablet and Potassium chloride is not recommended as it leads to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, and/or black, tarry stools, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OlanzapineTramadol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olarc 10mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Olarc 10mg Tablet with tramadol can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Olarc 10mg Tablet with tramadol together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OlanzapineSufentanil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olarc 10mg Tablet:
Combining Olarc 10mg Tablet with Sufentanil can cause central nervous system depression such as Olarc 10mg Tablet can lead to serious side effects including respiratory distress, intestinal obstruction, fecal impaction.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Olarc 10mg Tablet and Sufentanil together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you experience any symptoms like feeling tired, having trouble breathing, feeling dizzy or drowsy, difficulty focusing, taking pain or cough medications, constipation, blockage in your intestines, difficulty passing stool, hard or dry stool, less frequent bowel movements, stomach problems, feeling sick, feeling bloated, having stomach pain, or swelling contact the doctor immediately. you should avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how they affect you and do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
OlanzapineDiazepam
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olarc 10mg Tablet:
Taking diazepam together with Olarc 10mg Tablet can cause low blood pressure, weak pulse, shallow breathing, muscle weakness, drowsiness, dizziness and slurred speech.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Olarc 10mg Tablet and Diazepam can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you experience any symptoms consult the doctor immediately. Avoid activities requiring mental alertness until you know how these medications will affect you. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
OlanzapineEsketamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olarc 10mg Tablet:
Using esketamine together with Olarc 10mg Tablet can increase side effects such as drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in thinking, judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of esketamine and Olarc 10mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. If you experience any symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until the next day after a restful sleep and do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
OlanzapineAlfentanil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olarc 10mg Tablet:
Combining Olarc 10mg Tablet with Alfentanil can cause central nervous system depression such as Olarc 10mg Tablet can lead to serious side effects including respiratory distress, intestinal obstruction, fecal impaction.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Olarc 10mg Tablet and Alfentanil together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you experience any symptoms like feeling tired, having trouble breathing, feeling dizzy or drowsy, difficulty focusing, taking pain or cough medications, constipation, blockage in your intestines, difficulty passing stool, hard or dry stool, less frequent bowel movements, stomach problems, feeling sick, feeling bloated, having stomach pain, or swelling contact the doctor immediately. you should avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how they affect you and do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
OlanzapineMefloquine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olarc 10mg Tablet:
The combined use of Mefloquine and Olarc 10mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Mefloquine and Olarc 10mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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  • Alcohol: Avoid consuming alcohol while taking OLARC 10MG TABLET, as it may increase drowsiness and worsen symptoms of depression.
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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No

Therapeutic Class

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FAQs

OLARC 10MG TABLET is used to treat depression and other mental health conditions, including anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
OLARC 10MG TABLET works by increasing the serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain 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.
OLARC 10MG TABLET is not advised in cases if a person is allergic to OLARC 10MG TABLET, has epilepsy, or are having electroconvulsive treatment as OLARC 10MG TABLET may increase your risk of having a seizure. OLARC 10MG TABLET should not be taken by a person having heart problems as taking OLARC 10MG TABLET can speed up or change the heartbeat. It should not be given to a person with a low heart rate and diarrhoea and vomiting symptoms, pregnant women, trying to get pregnant, breastfeeding, and having eye problems such as glaucoma. In diabetics, it can cause difficulty in keeping stable blood sugar levels.
OLARC 10MG TABLET should be taken as per the advice of your doctor. Once you start feeling better, you might have to continue it for several months to prevent returning symptoms. Your doctor will advise you on how much time you need to continue OLARC 10MG TABLET depending upon your symptoms' type and severity.
OLARC 10MG TABLET may cause withdrawal symptoms like dizziness, irritability, and sensory and flu-like symptoms. So please consult your doctor immediately.

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INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

30-22-118, First Floor, Eluru Road,Seetharampuram,Vijayawada 520 002,Andhra Pradesh
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