Esitor Information
Esitor is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression. Esitor also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Esitor depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Esitor have been listed ahead. These side effects of Esitor 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.
Esitor's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Esitor related warnings talks about Esitor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Esitor are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Esitor with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Esitor is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Esitor Benefits & Uses
Esitor is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Panic Attack and Disorder
Esitor 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 |
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Esitor Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Esitor is used -
Moderate
- Ejaculation disorder
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
Esitor Related Warnings
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Is the use of Esitor safe for pregnant women?
Esitor may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Esitor again without your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Esitor safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Esitor. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
Severe -
What is the effect of Esitor on the Kidneys?
Esitor has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Esitor on the Liver?
Esitor is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Esitor on the Heart?
Esitor may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Esitor with Other Drugs
Esitor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Esitor Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Esitor 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 Esitor
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Is this Esitor habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Esitor is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Esitor, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Esitor can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Esitor only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Esitor can treat mental disorders.
Yes
Esitor Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Esitor
You can take Esitor with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Esitor
Taking Esitor 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
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
