Is citalopram more for anxiety or depression?

Citalopram is a medication that is commonly used to treat both depression and anxiety disorders, and its effectiveness in treating these conditions has been supported by several studies.

Depression:

Citalopram is one of several medications that are commonly used to treat depression. A study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders found that citalopram was effective in reducing symptoms of depression in people with major depressive disorder. The study found that citalopram was well-tolerated and had a favorable safety profile.

Anxiety Disorders:

Citalopram is also effective in treating anxiety disorders, such as generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder. A study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry found that citalopram was effective in reducing symptoms of anxiety in people with generalized anxiety disorder. The study found that citalopram was well-tolerated and had a favorable safety profile.

Overall, citalopram can be used to treat both depression and anxiety disorders, and its effectiveness in treating these conditions has been supported by several studies. However, like all medications, citalopram can cause side effects, and it is important to take the medication only as prescribed by a healthcare professional.

Sources:

  • Parker, G., Roy, K., Mitchell, P., Wilhelm, K., & Malhi, G. S. (2001). Efficacy of antidepressants in generalised anxiety disorder. British Journal of Psychiatry, 179(5), 410–417.
  • Rickels, K., Mangano, R., Khan, A., & Acharya, N. (2004). Efficacy and safety of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors in the treatment of anxiety disorders. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, 65 Suppl 5, 11–18. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15078103/
  • Taylor, D., & Paton, C. (2012). Citalopram. The British Journal of Psychiatry, 200(2), 97–101.

There are various forms of drugs available, such as tablets or liquids, and each may have a separate patient information leaflet (PIL) for different doses. It is important to refer to the PIL for the specific form and dose of the drug that you have been prescribed.

You can search for further information and PILs on websites such as:

  • The British National Formulary (BNF)
  • Electronic medicines compendium (emc)
  • The National Library of Medicine's DailyMed
  • The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 
  • Different drug forms like tablets or liquids have specific patient information leaflets (PIL) for various doses. Refer to the PIL for your prescribed drug form and dose.

    Search for PILs on websites like:

    France

    • ANSM (Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé): ansm.sante.fr

    Spain

    • AEMPS (Agencia Española de Medicamentos y Productos Sanitarios): aemps.gob.es

    Germany

    • BfArM (Bundesinstitut für Arzneimittel und Medizinprodukte): bfarm.de

    Italy

    For questions about your medication:

    • Consult your doctor, a healthcare professional, or a pharmacist

    France

    • Contact SOS Médecins: 3624
    • For mental health support, contact SOS Suicide: 01 45 39 40 00

    Belgium (French)

    Switzerland (French)

    • La Main Tendue: 143
    • Website: 143.ch

    Canada (French)

    • Centre de prévention du suicide du Québec: 1 866 APPELLE (1 866 277-3553)
    • Website: cpsquebec.ca

    Spain

    • Contact emergency number: 112
    • For mental health support, contact Teléfono de la Esperanza: 717 003 717

    Germany

    • Contact emergency number: 112
    • For mental health support, contact Telefonseelsorge: 0800 111 0 111 or 0800 111 0 222

    Italy

    • Contact emergency number: 112
    • For mental health support, contact Telefono Amico: 199 284 284

    Netherlands

    • Contact emergency number: 112
    • For mental health support, contact 113 Zelfmoordpreventie: 0800 0113

    Portugal

    • Contact emergency number: 112
    • For mental health support, contact Sos Voz Amiga: 21 354 45 45, 91 280 26 69, or 96 352 46 60

Log In

Forgot password?

Forgot password?

Enter your account data and we will send you a link to reset your password.

Your password reset link appears to be invalid or expired.

Log in

Privacy Policy

Add to Collection

No Collections

Here you'll find all collections you've created before.