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Lexatal is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Lexatal depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Lexatal 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 Lexatal safe for pregnant women?
Lexatal may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Lexatal, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lexatal safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Lexatal. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lexatal on the Kidneys?
Lexatal has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lexatal on the Liver?
Lexatal is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Lexatal on the Heart?
Lexatal is rarely harmful for the heart.
Lexatal 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 Lexatal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lexatal habit forming or addictive?
Lexatal is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lexatal as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Lexatal is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lexatal has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lexatal
You can take Lexatal with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lexatal
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lexatal as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Lexatal may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Lexatal 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.
Yes, Lexatal is used in the treatment of anxiety. It has been found to be very effective in reducing anxiety in the patients.
No, Lexatal should not be discontinued without doctors advice because sudden discontinuation of this drug can result in very unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Ideally, Lexatal 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, Lexatal is used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It has been found to be effective in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder alone or in combination with psychotherapy.
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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
