Citalopram

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Citalopram is an antidepressant also marketed under the brand name Celexa.[1] It belongs to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class of antidepressants.[1]

Theory[edit | edit source]

Evidence[edit | edit source]

The Canadian Consensus criteria for ME/CFS states that citalopram may be useful for depression in people with ME/CFS.[2]

Risks and safety[edit | edit source]

Side effects include:

Costs and availability[edit | edit source]

Perscription only. Widely available.[3]

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