Escitalent Information
Escitalent is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression. The alternative uses of Escitalent have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Escitalent depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Escitalent side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Escitalent 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Escitalent is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Escitalent's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Escitalent related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Escitalent have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Escitalent with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Escitalent is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Escitalent Benefits & Uses
Escitalent is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Panic Attack and Disorder
Escitalent 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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Escitalent Related Warnings
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Is the use of Escitalent safe for pregnant women?
Escitalent may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Escitalent again without your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Escitalent safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Escitalent may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Escitalent should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Escitalent on the Kidneys?
Escitalent may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Escitalent on the Liver?
Side effects of Escitalent rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Escitalent on the Heart?
Escitalent has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Escitalent with Other Drugs
Escitalent should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Escitalent Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Escitalent 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 Escitalent
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Is this Escitalent habit forming or addictive?
Escitalent is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Escitalent. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Escitalent only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Escitalent can treat mental disorders.
Yes
Escitalent Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Escitalent
Taking Escitalent with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Escitalent
Taking Escitalent with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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
