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Escitus 10 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Escitus 10 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Escitus 10 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Escitus 10 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Escitus 10 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Escitus 10 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Escitus 10 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Escitus 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Escitus 10 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Escitus 10 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Escitus 10 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Escitus 10 Tablet 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 Escitus 10 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Escitus 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Escitus can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Escitus right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Escitus 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Escitus may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Escitus 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Escitus on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Escitus 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Escitus rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Escitus 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Escitus is rarely harmful for the heart.
Escitus 10 Tablet 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 Escitus 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Escitus 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Escitus 10 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Escitus 10 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Escitus 10 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Escitus 10 Tablet works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Escitus 10 Tablet
You can take Escitus 10 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Escitus 10 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Escitus 10 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Escitus causes sleepiness or drowsiness but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug.
Yes, Escitus may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Escitus sometimes causes low levels of sodium (hyponatremia) which leads to increased thirst. This side effect is reversible and it goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
No, Escitus is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking it.
For treatment of anxiety Escitus is usually given upto 8 weeks and for the treatment of depression, the duration of treatment may vary depending upon the severity of depression. Take Escitus as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Escitus 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 Escitus results in its increased concentration in our brain which helps in elevating the mood.
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
