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Citalopram For Alzheimer's Disease


    Citalopram is a selective serotonin uptake blocker. The drug tends to increase the action of serotonin in the brain,and serotonin tends to counter depression. Citalopram is primarily used to treat depression. Citalopram is especially useful in alzheimer patients who suffer from depression [47].Citalopram decreases anxiety, restlessness,irritability, and depression in alzheimer patients [48]. Citalopram does not have a pure antidepressant effect,but acts more like an emotional stabilizer. The drug reduces levels of blood cortisol [49].