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Active pharmaceutical ingredient

Citalopram Hydrobromide

Citalopram Hydrobromide is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) commonly utilized in compounded formulations to address various mental health conditions, primarily depression and anxiety disorders.

Compounded to order
Prescription required
Warwick, Rhode Island

About this ingredient

Citalopram Hydrobromide is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) commonly utilized in the treatment of depression and various anxiety disorders. By enhancing the levels of serotonin in the brain, it helps improve mood, emotional stability, and overall mental health. This API is particularly valued for its efficacy in managing major depressive disorder, offering a favorable side effect profile compared to older antidepressants.

In compounded formulations, Citalopram Hydrobromide can be tailored to meet specific patient needs, allowing for personalized dosing and delivery methods. This flexibility is crucial for patients who may not respond well to standard commercial preparations or who require unique dosage forms. The pharmacokinetics of Citalopram Hydrobromide, including its absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion, make it a reliable choice for long-term management of mood disorders.

Prescribers appreciate the versatility of Citalopram Hydrobromide in compounded formulations, as it can be adjusted to minimize potential drug interactions and side effects. This adaptability is essential for patients with comorbid conditions or those taking multiple medications. Additionally, the ability to customize formulations can enhance patient adherence by providing more palatable or easier-to-administer options.

Overall, Citalopram Hydrobromide remains a cornerstone in the pharmacological management of depression and anxiety, with compounded formulations offering enhanced therapeutic outcomes. Its role in improving patient quality of life underscores its importance in modern psychiatric treatment protocols. By leveraging the benefits of compounding, healthcare providers can optimize treatment regimens to better suit individual patient profiles.

Available formulations

Compounded formulations containing this ingredient

Each of these is compounded to order at our Warwick, Rhode Island pharmacy and requires a prescription.

We do not have a patient page for this ingredient yet. That does not mean we cannot make it. Bayview compounds this ingredient to a prescriber's order, and our full compounding formulary lists every preparation we make. Viewing the formulary requires a prescriber account.

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Compounding formulary

Formulas we compound with this ingredient

A sample of preparations from our formulary. Strengths and dose forms are customised to the prescription.

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Important information

This page describes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, not a finished drug product. Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing it only on a prescriber's order for an individual patient.

Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that any preparation is effective for any condition.

A valid prescription is required. Availability depends on Bayview's licensure in your state. This page is general information, not medical advice — discuss your situation with a licensed healthcare provider.

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