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Essita 10 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression. The alternative uses of Essita 10 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Essita 10 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Essita 10 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Essita 10 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Essita 10 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Essita 10 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Essita 10 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Essita 10 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Essita 10 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Essita 10 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Essita 10 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 Essita 10 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Essita may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Essita again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Essita 10 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Essita. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Essita 10 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Essita has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Essita 10 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Essita is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Essita 10 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Essita rarely affect the heart.
Essita 10 Mg 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 Essita 10 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Essita 10 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Essita 10 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Essita 10 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Essita 10 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Essita 10 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Essita 10 Mg Tablet works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Essita 10 Mg Tablet
You can take Essita 10 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Essita 10 Mg Tablet
Taking alcohol with Essita 10 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.
Ideally, Essita 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.
Yes, Essita 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.
Essita 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.
Yes, Essita can be taken with lorazepam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Essita along with lorazepam 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, Essita may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Essita 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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