Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic use of citalopram as follows: Substance abuse By controlling anxiety, citalopram can help individuals undergoing treatment for long-standing addictions, such as, substance abuse, smoking, and alcohol abuse. Panic disorders and dysphoria By allaying the fears and calming down anxiety, citalopram can help with providing relief from premenstrual syndrome, panic disorders, and dysphoric states. Obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCDs) Anxiety is one major component reinforcing obsessive compulsive behaviors. Citalopram, by reducing the anxiety, [...]

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic use of citalopram as follows: Major depression Citalopram increases the serotonin concentration and enhancing the actions of serotonin at the junction between nerve cells. This helps with contributing to relief of anxiety, control symptoms of depression, and promote feelings of well-being, contentment, and happiness. Bipolar disorder Citalopram can be used along with antipsychotics, such as, olanzapine, for management of depressive symptoms in individuals with history of bipolar disorder. Anxiety Promotion [...]

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon citalopram and mechanism of action as follows: Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that are synthesized in the brain and spinal cord. These chemicals are released at nerve endings, into the junction between two nerve cells and help the nerve cells to communicate with each other. These chemicals can have multiple roles and functions in the body. Serotonin is one such chemical considered to reduce anxiety and promote happiness and well-being. Citalopram is [...]