Citalopram generic name?

See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Citalopram

What is the generic name for citalopram?

Citalopram is the generic name itself. Its brand name is Celexa (and it has had other brand and market names depending on country).

What brand drugs contain citalopram?

When you see brand-name prescriptions, they typically list the active ingredient as citalopram. The best-known brand associated with the generic is Celexa.

How is citalopram commonly written on prescriptions?

Prescriptions usually show it as “citalopram” followed by the strength (for example, citalopram 10 mg, 20 mg, or 40 mg). Some countries also list it as citalopram hydrobromide, but the generic drug name remains citalopram.

Is there any difference between citalopram and its salts?

Salt forms (like citalopram hydrobromide) are still citalopram as the active medication; the generic name used on labels and formularies is citalopram.

Where can you check patents or branded/generic history?

For branded-to-generic and patent-related context, DrugPatentWatch.com tracks drug patent and exclusivity information, including for citalopram and its competing products: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/