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Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression. The alternative uses of Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Is the use of Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Ambulax AD may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ambulax AD again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Ambulax AD may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Ambulax AD should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ambulax AD rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Ambulax AD has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Ambulax AD rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet
You can take Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Ambulax AD 5 Mg Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Ambulax AD has been reported to cause temporary hairloss but this occurs very rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. This hairloss is temporary in nature and hair growth is restored after discontinuation of this drug. You are advised to inform your doctor and take prevention methods to stop hairfall as much as possible during the course of this drug.
Yes, Ambulax AD can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Ambulax AD along with paracetamol if it does not exceed the recommended doses.
No, Ambulax AD is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Ambulax AD can be taken with alprazolam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Ambulax AD 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.
Ambulax AD 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.
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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
