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

Citalin-5 Tablet 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-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Linux Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Citalin-5 Tablet

Citalin-5 Tablet 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. A person may have symptoms such as feeling sad or feeling of loss and might have mood swings. Anxiety is defined as an emotion that is characterised by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and symptoms like increased blood pressure. Anxiety disorder also includes panic disorder, which is characterised by sudden feelings of terror. In Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a person feels the need to think or perform things repeatedly.

Citalin-5 Tablet 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.

You can take Citalin-5 Tablet 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. In some cases, you may experience a decreased or increased appetite, weight gain, pain, sweating, fatigue, or high fever. Most of the side effects of Citalin-5 Tablet 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.

Try not to stop taking Citalin-5 Tablet  of your own as it may lead to unpleasant side effects. Let your doctor know 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 known as MAO inhibitors (such as Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline) or problems with alcohol or other prescription drugs. These may affect your treatment. Also, inform your doctor if you are allergic to Citalin-5 Tablet .

Uses of Citalin-5 Tablet

Citalin-5 Tablet is used in the treatment of depression, mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. The detailed uses of Citalin-5 Tablet are as follows:<br/>• Depression Treatment: Citalin-5 Tablet is frequently prescribed to improve mood and mental health by reducing the symptoms of major depressive illness.<br/>• Anxiety Management: This medication helps lessen excessive worry and symptoms associated with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).<br/>Citalin-5 Tablet can be prescribed to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), which lowers the frequency and severity of compulsive behaviours and obsessive thoughts.<br/>• Panic Disorder: By lowering the frequency of panic attacks and the distress they cause, the medicine can help treat panic disorder.<br/>• Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Citalin-5 Tablet can assist people with PTSD manage their anxiety and distress from painful memories as part of their treatment approach.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Citalin-5 Tablet 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 Citalin-5 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Citalin-5 Tablet is a type of antidepressant which belongs to the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) and is primarily used in the treatment of depression and other mental health conditions, which include anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Citalin-5 Tablet 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 Citalin-5 Tablet Works

Citalin-5 Tablet 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

Keep Citalin-5 Tablet out of the sight and reach of children.
Side effects of Citalin-5 Tablet
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What if I have taken an overdose of Citalin-5 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Citalin-5 Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Taking Citalin-5 Tablet should be avoided in patients having epilepsy (Brain disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures), impaired liver or kidney function, diabetes, decreased level of sodium in the blood, tendency to easily develop bleedings or bruises, patients receiving electroconvulsive treatment, having coronary heart disease, suffering or have suffered from heart problems or have recently had a heart attack, having a low resting heart rate, prolonged severe diarrhoea, and vomiting (Being sick) or using diuretics (water tablets), experiencing a fast or irregular heartbeat, fainting, collapse, or dizziness on standing up, which may indicate abnormal functioning of the heart rate, having or previously had eye problems, such as certain kinds of glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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EscitalopramLithium
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EscitalopramAnagrelide
Severe

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EscitalopramLithium
Severe
How does the drug interact with Citalin-5 Tablet:
Taking Lithium together with Citalin-5 Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Citalin-5 Tablet with Lithium together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
EscitalopramAnagrelide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Citalin-5 Tablet:
Taking Citalin-5 Tablet with Anagrelide can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Citalin-5 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.
EscitalopramDesipramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Citalin-5 Tablet:
Combining Desipramine with Citalin-5 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Citalin-5 Tablet and Desipramine together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you notice any of these signs - confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm, stiffness, trouble coordinating movements, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, contact your doctor immediately. Also, be aware of any irregular heart rhythm, which may cause sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, or vomiting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
EscitalopramSorafenib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Citalin-5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Citalin-5 Tablet with Sorafenib can lead to or increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Citalin-5 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.
EscitalopramRasagiline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Citalin-5 Tablet:
Taking rasagiline with Citalin-5 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:
Taking Citalin-5 Tablet with Rasagiline 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, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramVoriconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Citalin-5 Tablet:
Using Citalin-5 Tablet together with Voriconazole can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Citalin-5 Tablet and Voriconazole together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience dizziness, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations (irregular heartbeat), consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramDesvenlafaxine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Citalin-5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Citalin-5 Tablet and Desvenlafaxine might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body and may affect the brain or nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Citalin-5 Tablet and desvenlafaxine, 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), 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.
EscitalopramPromethazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Citalin-5 Tablet:
Combining Promethazine with Citalin-5 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Citalin-5 Tablet with Promethazine together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms - feeling dizzy or lightheaded, fainting, palpitations, abnormal heart rhythm, shortness of breath, an irregular heart rhythm, a heart condition, severe or prolonged diarrhea, vomiting or complications - make sure to call your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
EscitalopramTamoxifen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Citalin-5 Tablet:
Taking Citalin-5 Tablet together with tamoxifen can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm and other side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking tamoxifen and Citalin-5 Tablet together 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 dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
EscitalopramChlorpromazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Citalin-5 Tablet:
Taking chlorpromazine and Citalin-5 Tablet together can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking chlorpromazine and Citalin-5 Tablet together can possibly 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 rapid heartbeat, contact your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your 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 these stuff in meals can reduce inflammation caused by anxiety disorder.
  • Reduce your alcohol, caffeine, added sugar, high salt, and high fat intake. Significantly transfat may help 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 Citalin-5 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Citalin-5 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

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Citalin-5 Tablet 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 Citalin-5 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 Citalin-5 Tablet as it may cause drowsiness and interfere with your driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Citalin-5 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

Citalin-5 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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Citalin-5 Tablet is not recommended in children below 12 years of age.

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FAQs

Citalin-5 Tablet is used in the treatment of depression and other mental health conditions, such as anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It works by increasing serotonin levels and alleviates symptoms of mental health conditions.

It takes about 2-4 weeks before you start feeling better. Do not stop this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may lead to unpleasant side effects.

Citalin-5 Tablet is not advised in cases if a person is allergic to Citalin-5 Tablet , has epilepsy, or are having electroconvulsive treatment as Citalin-5 Tablet may increase your risk of having a seizure. Citalin-5 Tablet should not be taken by a person having heart problems as taking Citalin-5 Tablet can speed up or change the heartbeat. It should not be given to a person having a low heart rate along with symptoms of diarrhoea and vomiting, pregnant women, trying to get pregnant, breastfeeding, or having eye problems such as glaucoma. In diabetics, it can cause difficulty in keeping stable blood sugar levels.

Citalin-5 Tablet should be preferably taken in the morning as taking it at night can keep you awake till late. It is better to take it at a fixed time.

Certain side effects of Citalin-5 Tablet can be dealt with with simple tips, such as if you experience dry mouth, you can chew sugar-free gum or take sugar-free sweets. If you are sweating a lot while taking Citalin-5 Tablet , wear loose clothing and use a strong antiperspirant. If you are unable to sleep after taking Citalin-5 Tablet , prefer to take it in the morning to avoid sleep disturbances. If you feel sleepy after taking Citalin-5 Tablet , avoid taking it in the evening and limit your alcohol intake. If you feel tired or weak after taking Citalin-5 Tablet , sit or lie down until you feel better. If you feel that the side effects are worsening, please consult your doctor.

Taking Citalin-5 Tablet in more than the recommended dose can cause unpleasant side effects such as dizziness, tremor, agitation, convulsion, coma, nausea, vomiting, changes in heart rhythm, decreased blood pressure, and a change in body fluid/salt balance.

Initially, Citalin-5 Tablet can make you feel less hungry, which can cause you to lose weight. After some days, you might gain weight as your appetite returns. Please consult your doctor if you experience too much weight loss or gain.

Yes, Citalin-5 Tablet might cause memory problems, headache, confusion, trouble concentrating, weakness, or unsteadiness.

Citalin-5 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 the symptoms from returning. Your doctor will advise you on how much time you need to continue Citalin-5 Tablet , depending upon the type and severity of your symptoms.

If you miss a dose of Citalin-5 Tablet , do not take a double dose of Citalin-5 Tablet . If you remember the missed dose before sleeping, take it at that time and take Citalin-5 Tablet at the same time the next day which you took earlier. If you remember the missed dose the next day, leave the skipped dose and continue with the next dose.

Yes, it is very important to inform your doctor if you are planning to get pregnant and are taking Citalin-5 Tablet . It is not advised to take this medicine in pregnancy as it might pose a risk to the unborn baby. However, please consult your doctor before you stop taking Citalin-5 Tablet as the sudden stoppage of this medicine can lead to unpleasant side effects.

The common side effects of Citalin-5 Tablet include nausea, headaches, excessive sweating, dry mouth, feeling sleepy, being unable to sleep, and feeling tired or weak. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Citalin-5 Tablet usage in children, adolescents, and young adults may increase the risk of suicidal tendencies. Thus, Citalin-5 Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Always, discuss the risks and benefits of taking Citalin-5 Tablet with your doctor before using it.

You are recommended not to stop taking Citalin-5 Tablet abruptly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Even though the withdrawal symptoms are usually mild and subside within 2 weeks, do not stop it without consulting your doctor. Your doctor will gradually reduce the dose.

The withdrawal symptoms include sleep disturbances like vivid dreams, nightmares, and inability to sleep; dizziness; headaches and anxiety. Additionally, you may get electric shock sensations and burning sensations. Other possible withdrawal symptoms include sweating including night sweats, nausea, restlessness or agitation, irritability, tremors, confusion, diarrhoea, palpitations and visual disturbances.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot no: 492, Viduthalai Nagar Extension Near JD Mahal, Pallavaram Thuraipakam Road S.Kulathur,Kovilambakkam, Chennai - 600 117
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Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

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Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 6:32 AM IST

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