Citalopram
Citalopram, known as Celexa, is an antidepressant ingredient used to treat Major Depressive Disorder. This page covers citalopram in the one Celexa formulation in the Antidepressants catalogue.
Medicine containing Citalopram
Key points
- Citalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant that acts on brain chemicals involved in mood.
- Forest Laboratories is the originator behind the Celexa brand.
Celexa is listed in this catalogue as a tablet, the form in which citalopram is taken. It comes in two strengths: 10mg and 20mg.
Further reading
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