Celexa 20mg Tablet is a type of antidepressant that belongs to the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) and is primarily used to treat depression and other mental health conditions, including anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Depression is a mood disorder that affects day to day life of a person. A person may have symptoms such as feeling sad or feeling of loss and might have mood swings. Anxiety is defined as an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and symptoms like increased blood pressure. Anxiety disorder also includes panic disorder which is characterized by sudden feelings of terror. In Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a person feels the need to think or perform things repeatedly.

Celexa 20mg Tablet works by increasing serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain responsible for improving mood and physical symptoms of depression. It is also responsible for relieving symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

You can take Celexa 20mg 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 erectile dysfunction, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), low sexual desire, nausea, restlessness, upset stomach, vomiting, and weight gain. Most of these side effects of Celexa 20mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, stop the medicine and reach out to your doctor.

Try not to stop taking Celexa 20mg Tablet of your own as it may lead to unpleasant side effects. Let your doctor know about this, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Celexa 20mg Tablet if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, any heart problems,narrow-angle glaucoma, bleeding disorder, electrolyte imbalance or are currently taking medicines for depression known as MAO inhibitors (such as Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline), or problems with alcohol or other prescription drugs. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Celexa 20mg Tablet.Tell your doctor if you are pregnant/planning for pregnancy/breastfeeding your mother.

When you take Celexa 20mg Tablet, it increases the serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain 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. Celexa 20mg Tablet helps many people recover from depression, and has fewer unwanted side effects than older antidepressants.

• Erectile dysfunction
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Low sexual desire
• Nausea
• Restlessness
• Upset stomach
• Vomiting
• Weight gain

Try not to stop taking Celexa 20mg Tablet of your own as it may lead to unpleasant side effects. Let your doctor know about this, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Celexa 20mg Tablet if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, any heart problems, narrow-angle glaucoma, bleeding disorder, electrolyte imbalance or are currently taking medicines for depression known as MAO inhibitors (such as Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline), or problems with alcohol or other prescription drugs. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Celexa 20mg Tablet. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant/planning for pregnancy/breastfeeding mother.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Celexa 20mg Tablet may have an interaction with anti-depressants (phenelzine, iproniazid, tranylcypromine), a medication used for heartburn, acid reflux and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (esomeprazole) and any medicines that affect your heartbeat.

Drug-Food Interactions: Celexa 20mg Tablet may interact with a multi-mineral or other herbal/ayurvedic supplements. So, if you are using any of them, please tell your doctor.

Drug-Disease Interactions: People affected with bipolar disorder (manic depression), bleeding or blood clotting disorder, drug addiction or suicidal thoughts, liver or kidney disease, seizures, low levels of sodium in your blood, cardiovascular disorders like high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and coronary artery disease should avoid intake of Celexa 20mg Tablet.

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• Do regular exercise which can help lower anxiety by releasing endorphins and improve your sleep.
• Find the 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, mindfulness-based 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 a lot of simple carbohydrates found in processed foods.
• Herbs like turmeric, ginger, and chamomile contain anti-inflammatory properties. Including these stuff in meals can reduce inflammation caused due to anxiety disorder.
• Reduce added sugar, high salt, and high fat intake. Especially trans-fat 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 strong social network may help you lower your risk of depression.
• Do some arts and crafts it may divert you from depression.

• Sudden stoppage of Celexa 20mg Tablet can lead to significant withdrawal symptoms. Always discuss with your doctor about decreasing the dosage before completely stopping its usage.
• Avoid consuming alcohol while on this medication as it can lead to dangerous side effects.
• Celexa 20mg Tablet is unsafe for usage if you're pregnant or are planning to get pregnant. Discuss with your doctor in such situations about changing/replacing the medicine with safer alternatives.
• Do not self-medicate.

Depression: It is a mood disorder that affects day to day life of a person. A person may have symptoms such as feeling sad or feeling of loss and might have mood swings.

Anxiety: It is defined as an emotion that is characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and symptoms like increased blood pressure. Anxiety disorder also includes panic disorder which is characterized by sudden feelings of terror.

Panic disorder: It is a type of anxiety disorder. It causes panic attacks, which are sudden feelings of terror when there is no real danger. You may feel as if you are losing control and also have physical symptoms such as a fast heartbeat.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): In this disorder, a person feels the need to think or perform things repeatedly.