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Escitalopram Tablet Information

Escitalopram Tablet is a prescription medicine. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Escitalopram Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Escitalopram Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Escitalopram Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Escitalopram Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Escitalopram Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Escitalopram Tablet related warnings talks about Escitalopram Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Escitalopram Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Escitalopram Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Escitalopram Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Escitalopram Tablet Benefits & Uses
Escitalopram Tablet Dosage & How to Take
Escitalopram Tablet Side Effects
Escitalopram Tablet Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Escitalopram Tablet with Other Drugs
Escitalopram Tablet Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Escitalopram Tablet
Escitalopram Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Escitalopram Tablet Benefits & Uses

Escitalopram Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression

Other Benefits

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

Escitalopram 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

Escitalopram Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Escitalopram 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

Escitalopram Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Escitalopram Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Escitalopram can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Escitalopram right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Escitalopram Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Escitalopram 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 Escitalopram Tablet on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Escitalopram Tablet on the Liver?

Escitalopram has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Escitalopram Tablet on the Heart?

Escitalopram may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Escitalopram Tablet with Other Drugs

Escitalopram 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

Escitalopram Tablet Contraindications

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

Is this Escitalopram Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Escitalopram Tablet is addictive.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Escitalopram Tablet 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, in many cases, taking Escitalopram Tablet can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Escitalopram Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Escitalopram Tablet

Taking Escitalopram Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Escitalopram Tablet

Taking Escitalopram Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Escitalopram Tablet

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Escitalopram with alprazolam?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Escitalopram can be taken with alprazolam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Escitalopram along with alprazolam 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

Can Escitalopram treat anxiety?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 4 years ago

Is Escitalopram addictive?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 4 years ago

Does Escitalopram make you thirsty?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Escitalopram may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Escitalopram 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 almost 5 years ago

Can Escitalopram cause suicidal and self-inflicting thoughts?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Patients who are suffering from major depressive disorder may experience a change in behaviour, suicidal and self-inflicting thought whether they are taking Escitalopram or not and this risk may remain till significant remission of depression. If you are experiencing mood fluctuations, life-threatening, distorted thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.