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Episod is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression, Fear. Episod also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Episod is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Episod side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Episod go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Episod's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Episod has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Episod related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Suicidal Tendency, Bipolar Disorder must refrain from the use of Episod since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Episod contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Episod with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Episod is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Episod 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Episod safe for pregnant women?
Episod may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Episod, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Episod safe during breastfeeding?
Episod may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Episod on the Kidneys?
Episod does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Episod on the Liver?
Episod is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Episod on the Heart?
Episod is rarely harmful for the heart.
Episod should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Episod unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Episod habit forming or addictive?
Episod does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Episod can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Episod only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Episod is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Episod
Taking Episod with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Episod
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Episod as it can have severe side effects.
No, Episod is not a steroid. It belongs to the class of compounds known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
Rarely, Episod causes erectile dysfunction. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of erectile dysfunction is unknown. If you experience erectile dysfunction after taking this drug. Do not hesitate to discuss with your doctor. If need be discontinued the drug after taking doctors consent.
Rarely, Episod causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Episod, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.
Yes, Episod may cause tremors (unintentional oscillatory movement of the body part). Other movement disorders caused by Episod are dystonia (excessive contraction of a muscle leading to involuntary twisting), and akathisia (sense of restlessness and an intense desire to move).
Episod is the brand name for sertraline. It belongs to the class of drugs known as an antidepressant (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). It is available in the form of a tablet. Episod is used for the management of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (recurring disturbing thoughts with a compulsion to repeat some act), panic disorder (sudden bouts of extreme fear), social anxiety (anxiety or discomfort in meeting people in social settings) disorder and premenstrual dysphoric syndrome (irritability, mood swings, bloating and breast tenderness before a menstrual cycle).
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zoloft (sertraline hydrochloride)
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 1132-1134
