Escigress Information
Escigress is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression. The alternative uses of Escigress have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Escigress is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Escigress side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Escigress are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Escigress is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Escigress related warnings talks about Escigress's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Escigress contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Escigress with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Escigress is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Escigress Benefits & Uses
Escigress is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Panic Attack and Disorder
Escigress 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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Escigress Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Escigress is used -
Moderate
- Ejaculation disorder
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
Escigress Related Warnings
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Is the use of Escigress safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Escigress. It is best to stop taking Escigress immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Moderate -
Is the use of Escigress safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Escigress may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Escigress should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Escigress on the Kidneys?
Escigress rarely harms the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Escigress on the Liver?
Side effects of Escigress rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Escigress on the Heart?
Escigress has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Escigress with Other Drugs
Escigress should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Escigress Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Escigress 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 Escigress
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Is this Escigress habit forming or addictive?
Escigress is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Escigress, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Escigress can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Escigress only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Escigress works for mental disorders.
Yes
Escigress Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Escigress
Taking Escigress with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Escigress
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Escigress as it can have severe side effects.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
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
