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Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
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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.
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Is the use of Escitalopram 10 Mg 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.
Is the use of Escitalopram 10 Mg 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.
What is the effect of Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Escitalopram on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Escitalopram has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Escitalopram may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet , you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet
Taking Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet
Taking Escitalopram 10 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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.
Yes, Escitalopram is used in the treatment of anxiety. It has been found to be very effective in reducing anxiety in the patients.
No, Escitalopram is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking it.
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.
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.
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