Stalopam 20 Tablet Information
Stalopam 20 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression. The alternative uses of Stalopam 20 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Stalopam 20 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Stalopam 20 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Stalopam 20 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Stalopam 20 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Stalopam 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Stalopam 20 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Stalopam 20 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Stalopam 20 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Stalopam 20 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Stalopam 20 Tablet Benefits & Uses
Stalopam 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Panic Attack and Disorder
Stalopam 20 Tablet 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
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Stalopam 20 Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Stalopam 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Stalopam can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Stalopam, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Stalopam 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Stalopam may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Stalopam 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Stalopam rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Stalopam 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Stalopam has very mild side effects on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Stalopam 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Stalopam rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Stalopam 20 Tablet with Other Drugs
Stalopam 20 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Stalopam 20 Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Stalopam 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Suicidal Tendency
- Bipolar Disorder
- Heart Disease
- Potassium Deficiency
- Calcium Deficiency
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Stalopam 20 Tablet
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Is this Stalopam 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Stalopam 20 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Stalopam 20 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Stalopam 20 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Stalopam 20 Tablet can treat mental disorders.
Yes
Stalopam 20 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Stalopam 20 Tablet
Taking Stalopam 20 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Stalopam 20 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Stalopam 20 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Severe
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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
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