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Escitlocad is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression. The alternative uses of Escitlocad have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Escitlocad depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Escitlocad can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Escitlocad 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.
It is also important to note that Escitlocad has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Escitlocad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Escitlocad contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Escitlocad have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Escitlocad is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Escitlocad 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 Escitlocad is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Escitlocad safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Escitlocad. It is best to stop taking Escitlocad immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Escitlocad safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Escitlocad. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Escitlocad on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Escitlocad on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Escitlocad on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Escitlocad on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Escitlocad on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Escitlocad on the heart have been reported.
Escitlocad 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 Escitlocad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Escitlocad habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Escitlocad has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Escitlocad as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Escitlocad only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Escitlocad can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Escitlocad
Taking Escitlocad with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Escitlocad
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Escitlocad as it can have severe side effects.
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