Citalopram (
nitalapram,
CelexaTM,
CipramilTM) is a
medication that acts as a
selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor or SSRI. It is typically used as an
antidepressant to treat the
depression associated with
mood disorders although also may be used in the treatment of
body dysmorphic disorder and
anxiety.
Citalopram was originally created by the pharmaceutical company Lundbeck although the patent for it expired in 2003, allowing other companies to legally produce generic versions.
Lundbeck has recently released a new SSRI drug called escitalopram oxalate (also known as Cipralex or Lexapro) derived from the citalopram molecule.
External links
Pharmacological information and treatment study information:
Lunbeck's official websites for citalopram under the trade name Cipramil: