LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S

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LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S Benefits & Uses

LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S 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

LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S Related Warnings

  • Is the use of LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S safe during breastfeeding?


    Lexatal should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S on the Kidneys?


    Lexatal rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S on the Liver?


    Side effects of Lexatal rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S on the Heart?


    Lexatal has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S

  • Is this LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S is addictive.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    Yes, taking LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S can treat mental disorders.

    Yes

LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S


    Taking LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S


    Taking alcohol with LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S can be dangerous.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about LEXATAL 5MG TABLET 10S

Question over 4 years ago

Does Lexatal make you thirsty?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lexatal may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Lexatal 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 over 4 years ago

Can Lexatal treat anxiety?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lexatal is used in the treatment of anxiety. It has been found to be very effective in reducing anxiety in the patients.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Lexatal on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Lexatal should not be discontinued without doctors advice because sudden discontinuation of this drug can result in very unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Lexatal?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Lexatal 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

Does Lexatal cure OCD?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Lexatal is used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It has been found to be effective in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder alone or in combination with psychotherapy.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

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