Escitalopram Oxalate Tablet
Escitalopram Oxalate is a type of antidepressant known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI).
Escitalopram Oxalate is prescribed for the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders.
Escitalopram Oxalate Uses :-
Escitalopram Oxalate is used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder.
Escitalopram Oxalate is also used to treat other mental/mood disorders (such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder).
Escitalopram Oxalate may be used in combination with other drugs.
Anxiety Disorder :
Escitalopram Oxalate reduces symptoms of excessive worry and anxiety arising due to stressful situations. who leave for a short period of time. Symptoms of anxiety may include restlessness, irritability, difficulty concentrating, and fatigue. Therefore Escitalopram Oxalate will help you to make your daily activities more easy.
In Depression :
Escitalopram Oxalate works by increasing the amount of a natural substance called serotonin in the brain. Serotonin helps maintain mental balance and improves your mood, relieves anxiety, stress and helps you sleep better.
Escitalopram tablet Dosage Forms & Strengths :-
Escitalopram Oxalate tablet Dosage :-
Depends on the age of the patient, the condition being treated, how severe the patient's condition is and the cause of other medical conditions.
Escitalopram Oxalate Sideeffects :-
Feeling sick or feeling weak,
Falling asleep,
Tiredness,
Headache
There may be many other side effects besides these. These symptoms are usually mild and go away after a few weeks.
How Escitalopram works :-
Escitalopram is a type of antidepressant known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI).
Escitalopram Oxalate belongs to the class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).
Escitalopram Oxalate works by increasing the amount of a natural substance called serotonin in the brain. Serotonin helps maintain mental balance.
Precautions :-
Suicide Warning -
Escitalopram Oxalate like antidepressants are meant to treat depression or other mental disorders, so it may increase the risk of behavior and suicidal thinking. These risks occur in children, adolescents, and young adults, mainly within the first few months of treatment or when the dose is changed. Your family member's caregiver and your doctor should note any unusual changes in mood, thoughts, behavior, or feelings.
Serotonin Syndrome -
You may have a serious condition called serotonin syndrome while taking Escitalopram Oxalate. It occurs when there are high levels of a natural chemical called serotonin in your brain. Or take this drug with other drugs that increase serotonin levels. On the other hand, serotonin syndrome can cause symptoms such as agitation, irritability, rigid muscles, confusion, hallucinations, tremors and seizures. If so, seek medical attention immediately.
Stopping The Drug Early -
If you stop taking Escitalopram Oxalate too early or suddenly you experience side effects such as irritability, anxiety, feeling restless, agitation, mood swings, change in sleeping habits, headache, dizziness, sweating, nausea, electric shock can be. Do not stop taking Escitalopram Oxalate without talking to your doctor if you experience any sensations such as tremors and confusion. Your doctor will reduce your prescribed dose gradually to prevent these side effects.
Bleeding -
Using Escitalopram Oxalate may increase your risk of bleeding if you take the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs aspirin, warfarin, or other anticoagulants.
Classification :-
Habit Forming - Yes
Drug - Escitalopram Oxalate
Therapeutic Class - Antidepressant
Information on this page was last updated on 07 September 2021