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Strutee Pam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression. Secondary and off-label uses of Strutee Pam have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Strutee Pam. 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 Strutee Pam as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Strutee Pam are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Strutee Pam's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Strutee Pam has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Strutee Pam related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Strutee Pam are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Strutee Pam may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Strutee Pam is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Strutee Pam 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 Strutee Pam safe for pregnant women?
Strutee Pam can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Strutee Pam right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Strutee Pam safe during breastfeeding?
Strutee Pam 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 Strutee Pam on the Kidneys?
Strutee Pam may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Strutee Pam on the Liver?
Strutee Pam may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Strutee Pam on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Strutee Pam on the heart have been reported.
Strutee Pam 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 Strutee Pam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Strutee Pam habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Strutee Pam has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Strutee Pam as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Strutee Pam is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Strutee Pam works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Strutee Pam
Taking Strutee Pam with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Strutee Pam
Taking alcohol with Strutee Pam can be dangerous.
Yes, Strutee Pam can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Strutee Pam along with paracetamol if it does not exceed the recommended doses.
Yes, Strutee Pam causes sleepiness or drowsiness but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug.
Yes, Strutee Pam causes a headache. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience a headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest. Even if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
No, Strutee Pam 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.
No, Strutee Pam is not an antipsychotic drug. It contains escitalopram which 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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