Escalate is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Escalate is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Escalate safe for pregnant women?
Escalate can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Escalate right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Escalate safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Escalate. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Escalate on the Kidneys?
Escalate may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Escalate on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Escalate on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Escalate on the Heart?
Escalate is rarely harmful for the heart.
Escalate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Escalate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Escalate habit forming or addictive?
Escalate does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Escalate as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Escalate only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Escalate can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Escalate
Taking Escalate with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Escalate
Taking alcohol with Escalate can be dangerous.
Escalate contains escitalopram which belongs to the class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) that works by inhibiting the reuptake (reabsorption) of a neurotransmitter (chemical messenger) serotonin which is presumed to be associated with the feeling of well-being and happiness. Low levels of serotonin in our brain cause low mood and depression. Inhibition of reuptake of serotonin by Escalate results in its increased concentration in our brain which helps in elevating the mood.
Yes, Escalate can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Escalate along with paracetamol if it does not exceed the recommended doses.
No, Escalate is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking it.
Yes, Escalate has been reported to cause temporary hairloss but this occurs very rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. This hairloss is temporary in nature and hair growth is restored after discontinuation of this drug. You are advised to inform your doctor and take prevention methods to stop hairfall as much as possible during the course of this drug.
Yes, Escalate is used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It has been found to be effective in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder alone or in combination with psychotherapy.
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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
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