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Esredep 10 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression. Secondary and off-label uses of Esredep 10 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Esredep 10 Tablet. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Esredep 10 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Esredep 10 Tablet 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.
It is also important to note that Esredep 10 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Esredep 10 Tablet related warnings talks about Esredep 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Esredep 10 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Esredep 10 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Esredep 10 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Esredep 10 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Esredep 10 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Esredep 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Esredep can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Esredep, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Esredep 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Esredep. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Esredep 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Esredep has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Esredep 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Esredep is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Esredep 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Esredep has very mild side effects on the heart.
Esredep 10 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Esredep 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Esredep 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Esredep 10 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Esredep 10 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Esredep 10 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Esredep 10 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Esredep 10 Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Esredep 10 Tablet
Taking Esredep 10 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Esredep 10 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Esredep 10 Tablet can be dangerous.
Yes, Esredep causes withdrawal symptoms when the drug is suddenly discontinued after long-term treatment. These withdrawal symptoms can include seizures, dysphoria (unease or dissatisfaction), vomiting, sweating, uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body, stomach or muscle cramps, anxiety, or difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
Yes, Esredep causes sleepiness or drowsiness but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug.
Yes, Esredep causes dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.
No, Esredep is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking it.
Ideally, Esredep should be taken once in a day at any time or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with the food or without the food as food. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, mania, and improper liver or kidney function.
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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
