Essita 20 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Essita 20 Mg Tablet Information

Essita 20 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression. Essita 20 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Essita 20 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Essita 20 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Essita 20 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Essita 20 Mg Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Essita 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Essita 20 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Essita 20 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Essita 20 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Essita 20 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Essita Benefits & Uses
Essita Dosage & How to Take
Essita Side Effects
Essita Related Warnings
Essita Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Essita
Essita Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Essita 20 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Essita 20 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression

Other Benefits

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

Essita 20 Mg 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

Essita 20 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Essita 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Essita may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Essita again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Essita 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Essita. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Essita 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Essita has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Essita 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Essita is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Essita 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Essita rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Essita 20 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Essita 20 Mg 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 Essita 20 Mg Tablet

Is this Essita 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Essita 20 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Essita 20 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Essita 20 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Essita 20 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

Yes, this Essita 20 Mg Tablet works for mental disorders.

Yes

Essita 20 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Essita 20 Mg Tablet

You can take Essita 20 Mg Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Essita 20 Mg Tablet

Taking alcohol with Essita 20 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Essita 20 Mg Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Essita?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Essita should be taken once in a day at any time or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with the food or without the food as food. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, mania, and improper liver or kidney function.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Essita cause withdrawal symptoms?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Essita causes withdrawal symptoms when the drug is suddenly discontinued after long-term treatment. These withdrawal symptoms can include seizures, dysphoria (unease or dissatisfaction), vomiting, sweating, uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body, stomach or muscle cramps, anxiety, or difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Essita?

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

Essita is a brand name of escitalopram and it comes in the form of a tablet (solid unit dosage form). It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used for the treatment of depression (major depressive disorder) and anxiety (generalized anxiety disorder). It is also used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic disorder with or without agoraphobia.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Essita with lorazepam?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Essita can be taken with lorazepam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Essita along with lorazepam if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Essita make you thirsty?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Essita may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Essita 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.