Escitus 5 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Escitus 5 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Escitus 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)

Other Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Panic Attack and Disorder

Escitus 5 Tablet 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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may be increase up to 20 mg, once daily as needed
Adult(Male)	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Panic Attack and Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Escitus 5 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Escitus 5 Tablet is used -

Moderate

Ejaculation disorder
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Insomnia
Headache
Fatigue
Drowsiness
Rhinitis
Paresthesia
पेट दर्द
Dry Mouth

Escitus 5 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Escitus 5 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.

Moderate
Is the use of Escitus 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Escitus may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Escitus 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Escitus on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Escitus 5 Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Escitus rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Escitus 5 Tablet on the Heart?

Escitus is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Escitus 5 Tablet with Other Drugs

Escitus 5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Fentanyl

Tramadol

Dextromethorphan

Moderate

Cimetidine

Diazepam

Escitus 5 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Escitus 5 Tablet 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 Escitus 5 Tablet

Is this Escitus 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Escitus 5 Tablet has not been reported.

No
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 5 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Escitus 5 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Escitus 5 Tablet works for mental disorders.

Yes

Escitus 5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Escitus 5 Tablet

You can take Escitus 5 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Escitus 5 Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Escitus 5 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Escitus 5 Tablet

Question over 6 years ago

Does Escitus cause sleepiness?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Escitus causes sleepiness or drowsiness but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug.

Question about 6 years ago

Does Escitus make you thirsty?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 6 years ago

Is Escitus addictive?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Escitus is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking it.

Question almost 7 years ago

How long can I safely take Escitus?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 7 years ago

How does Escitus work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

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.