Question

A client has recently received a diagnosis of depression and has been prescribed citalopram. the nurse is providing health education and the client states, "i'm relieved to have some medication to help with my mood, because it's my daughter's wedding next weekend and i'll be feeling better." what is the nurse's best response?

Answer 1

The side effects of citalopram include drowsiness and blurred vision. A subject who is taking the drug may seem drunk and this side effect could be exercebated by intake of alcohol and marijuana. Therefore, the nurse should warn the patient about taking alcohol in the wedding while still on the medication.