Medications for Depression

Could this be dangerous? | Citalopram and alcohol – is that compatible?

Could this be dangerous? The combination of citalopram and alcohol can have dangerous consequences in rare cases. These are primarily dependent on the dosage as well as on the individual liver function. Compared to other antidepressant drugs such as tricyclic antidepressants or monoamine oxidase inhibitors, the probability of dangerous side effects is comparatively low. You … Could this be dangerous? | Citalopram and alcohol – is that compatible?

Cipralex

Introduction Cipralex® is an antidepressant containing the active ingredient escitalopram. It is one of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and, by increasing serotonin levels in the central nervous system, has a stimulating and anxiety-reducing effect. In addition to its use in the treatment of severe depression, it is also prescribed for various anxiety disorders. … Cipralex

Interactions | Cipralex

Interactions After Cipralex® is taken in tablet form, the active ingredient is metabolized in the liver and then distributed throughout the body. In the process, interactions with numerous other drugs may occur. Under no circumstances should Cipralex® be combined with MAO inhibitors (including moclobemide, selegiline, tranylcypromine). There is a risk of very serious and sometimes … Interactions | Cipralex

Cipramil

Product description Cipramil® is a drug containing the active ingredient citalopram in the form of citalopram hydrobromide. Other excipients are also incorporated into this product. The active ingredient is the serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) citalopram. In addition to Cipramil®, the active ingredient Cipramil® is also found in the following products: Citadura Citalich Citalon Citalopram ratiopharm … Cipramil

Use during pregnancy | Cipramil

Use during pregnancy There is evidence that citalopram, which is the active ingredient in the product Cipramil® , just like other drugs from the group of SSRIs, can influence the development of the unborn child. For example, it has been observed that premature births and breathing problems of the newborn are more common. However, since … Use during pregnancy | Cipramil

Citalopram

General information Citalopram is a drug used to treat depression (antidepressant). It is a frequently prescribed drug, especially for patients with additional affective disorders. It belongs to the group of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). This means that it inhibits the absorption of serotonin into the cell. As a result, serotonin accumulates more and more … Citalopram

Side effects | Citalopram

Side effects At the beginning of the therapy with citalopram the following side effects often occur: It is important to know that these side effects often improve after a longer intake. They should therefore not be a reason for a premature discontinuation. Furthermore, the intake of citalopram leads to a change in the excitation of … Side effects | Citalopram

Citalopram and alcohol | Citalopram

Citalopram and alcohol Like many drugs, citalopram is affected by the simultaneous intake of other drugs or substances. Thus, during a treatment with citalopram, the consumption of alcohol should be avoided. On the one hand, alcohol can influence the effect of the drug and thus have negative effects on the patient, but on the other … Citalopram and alcohol | Citalopram

SSRI

What are SSRIs? SSRI stands for selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. These are drugs that prevent the reuptake of serotonin. Serotonin is an endogenous carrier substance, which is produced from the amino acid tryptophan, mainly in the central nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract. Introduction As a transmitter, serotonin mediates important functions in the body. A … SSRI

How do SSRIs work? | SSRI

How do SSRIs work? SSRIs exert their effect by inhibiting a serotonin transporter at the presynapse. Under normal circumstances, the serotonin from the synaptic cleft would be returned to the presynapses by this transporter, where it would be “packed” into small transport vesicles and released into the synaptic cleft again during a new synaptic transmission … How do SSRIs work? | SSRI

What SSRI drugs are available? | SSRI

What SSRI drugs are available? Among the SSRIs there are some commonly prescribed drugs. These include sertaline, paroxetine, fluoxetine and fluvoxamine. Fluoxetine and fluvoxamine, which are marketed as Fluctin® and Fevarin®, have strong side effects and are therefore rarely prescribed if at all possible. Sertalin has few side effects and a good therapeutic range. Sertaline … What SSRI drugs are available? | SSRI

Interactions with other active ingredients | SSRI

Interactions with other active ingredients Tramadol is a drug for the treatment of moderately severe to severe pain. It belongs to the group of opioids and is only available on prescription, but is not covered by the narcotics law in Germany. Serious interactions can occur when tramadol and SSRI are taken simultaneously. An accumulation of … Interactions with other active ingredients | SSRI