Proper use of Celexa
Take Celexa only as directed by your doctor to benefit your condition as much as possible. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered .
Celexa may be taken with or without food. If your doctor tells you to take it at a specific time, follow your doctor’s instructions .
If you are using the oral liquid form of Celexa, shake the bottle well before measuring each dose. Use a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe or medicine cup to measure each dose .
You may have to take Celexa for 4 weeks before you begin to feel better. Your doctor will check your progress at regular visits during this time. Also, you may need to keep taking Celexa for 6 months or longer to help prevent the return of the depression .
Do not stop taking Celexa without checking with your doctor. Your doctor may want you to gradually reduce the amount you are taking before stopping it completely to prevent side effects .
Celexa Dosing
The dose of Celexa will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor’s orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount Celexa that you take depends on the strength of Celexa. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take Celexa depend on the medical problem for which you are using Celexa.
* For oral dosage form (solution and tablets):
o For depression:
+ Adults and adolescents—At first, 20 milligrams (mg) once a day, taken either in the morning or evening. Your doctor may increase your dose gradually if needed. However, the dose usually is not more than 60 mg a day.
+ Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
+ Older adults—At first, 20 milligrams (mg) once a day, taken either in the morning or evening. Your doctor may increase your dose gradually if needed. However, the dose usually is not more than 40 mg a day .
Celexa Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Celexa, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Celexa Storage
Store Celexa in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.
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