Essita

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Essita Information

Essita is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression. Secondary and off-label uses of Essita have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Essita depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Essita can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Essita normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Essita's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Essita's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Essita related warnings section.

The section on Essita contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Essita have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Essita is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Essita Benefits & Uses

Essita is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Essita Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Depression
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose may be increase up to 20 mg, once daily as needed
Adult(Male)
  • Disease: Depression
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Panic Attack and Disorder
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Essita Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Essita safe for pregnant women?


    Essita may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Essita again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Essita safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Essita. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Essita on the Kidneys?


    Essita has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Essita on the Liver?


    Essita is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Essita on the Heart?


    Side effects of Essita rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Essita with Other Drugs

Essita should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Essita Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Essita unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Essita

  • Is this Essita habit forming or addictive?


    Essita does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Essita, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Essita can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Essita only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Yes, this Essita works for mental disorders.

    Yes

Essita Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Essita


    You can take Essita with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Essita


    Taking alcohol with Essita can be dangerous.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Essita

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Essita?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Essita should be taken once in a day at any time or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with the food or without the food as food. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, mania, and improper liver or kidney function.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Essita cause withdrawal symptoms?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Essita causes withdrawal symptoms when the drug is suddenly discontinued after long-term treatment. These withdrawal symptoms can include seizures, dysphoria (unease or dissatisfaction), vomiting, sweating, uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body, stomach or muscle cramps, anxiety, or difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Essita?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Essita is a brand name of escitalopram and it comes in the form of a tablet (solid unit dosage form). It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used for the treatment of depression (major depressive disorder) and anxiety (generalized anxiety disorder). It is also used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic disorder with or without agoraphobia.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Essita with lorazepam?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Essita can be taken with lorazepam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Essita along with lorazepam if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Essita make you thirsty?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Essita may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Essita sometimes causes low levels of sodium (hyponatremia) which leads to increased thirst. This side effect is reversible and it goes away after discontinuation of this drug.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lexapro® (escitalopram oxalate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 461

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 520-522

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