S Citapad Information
S Citapad is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression. S Citapad also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of S Citapad is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed S Citapad side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of S Citapad are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
S Citapad's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to S Citapad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by S Citapad are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, S Citapad may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that S Citapad is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
S Citapad Benefits & Uses
S Citapad is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Panic Attack and Disorder
S Citapad 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
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S Citapad Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when S Citapad is used -
Moderate
- Ejaculation disorder
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
S Citapad Related Warnings
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Is the use of S Citapad safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from S Citapad. It is best to stop taking S Citapad immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Moderate -
Is the use of S Citapad safe during breastfeeding?
S Citapad 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 S Citapad on the Kidneys?
S Citapad rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of S Citapad on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of S Citapad on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of S Citapad on the Heart?
S Citapad is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of S Citapad with Other Drugs
S Citapad should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
S Citapad Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take S Citapad 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 S Citapad
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Is this S Citapad habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of S Citapad has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking S Citapad, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as S Citapad can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
S Citapad is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, S Citapad is useful in treating mental disorders.
Yes
S Citapad Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and S Citapad
Taking S Citapad with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and S Citapad
Consuming S Citapad with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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
