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Escipra, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Escipra has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Escipra depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Escipra side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Escipra go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Escipra's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Escipra's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Escipra are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Escipra have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Escipra is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Escipra 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 Escipra is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Escipra safe for pregnant women?
Escipra may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Escipra again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Escipra safe during breastfeeding?
Escipra may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Escipra on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Escipra on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Escipra on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Escipra on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Escipra on the Heart?
Escipra may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Escipra 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 Escipra unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Escipra habit forming or addictive?
Escipra is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Escipra as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Escipra is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Escipra can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Escipra
It is safe to take Escipra with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Escipra
Taking alcohol with Escipra can be dangerous.
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