Exidep 20 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Exidep Benefits & Uses

Exidep is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Panic Attack and Disorder
Stress (Read More - Home Remedies for Stress)
Bipolar Disorder
Mania
PMS
Binge Eating Disorder

Exidep Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: PMS Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given continuously or during the luteal phase only

Exidep Related Warnings

Is the use of Exidep safe for pregnant women?

Exidep may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Exidep, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Exidep safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Exidep may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Exidep should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Exidep on the Kidneys?

Exidep rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Exidep on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Exidep on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Exidep on the Heart?

Side effects of Exidep rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Exidep with Other Drugs

Exidep should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Amiodarone

Moderate

Codeine

Warfarin

Alprazolam

Exidep Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Exidep unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Suicidal Tendency
Bipolar Disorder
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Exidep

Is this Exidep habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Exidep.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Exidep, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Exidep can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Exidep only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, Exidep is useful in treating mental disorders.

Yes

Exidep Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Exidep

Taking Exidep with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Exidep

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Exidep as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Exidep

Question over 5 years ago

Can Exidep affect one's sex life?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Exidep may affect one's sex life by decreasing one's libido. However, if you experience sex life is affected after medicine then inform your doctor immediately they might change your medication or altered the dose.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Exidep work?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Exidep is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It selectively inhibits the reuptake of serotonin which increases the concentration of serotonin in the central nervous system (CNS) that helps maintain mental balance. This results in many functional changes and alleviation of depression.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I take Exidep?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Exidep should be taken as long as it prescribed by your doctor. One must not take less or number of doses as that could cause detrimental effects on the health. One should follow the instructions of the doctor completely.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Exidep?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Exidep is available in the forms tablet, capsule, suspension, and syrup. It should be taken exactly as recommended by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of the drug. It is important to take Exidep at the same time every day so that you do not forget to take the dose. Exidep may take 4 to 5 weeks to exert its complete effect and it is thus, important to be patient and keep taking Exidep.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is it safe to take Exidep?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, it is safe to take Exidep as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like difficulty in falling or staying asleep, anxiety, nervousness, dry mouth, uncontrolled shaking of a body part, difficulty in concentrating, and memory. If you suffer from any of these side effects, please talk to your doctor immediately.