Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1 X
Rexipra 15 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression. Secondary and off-label uses of Rexipra 15 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Rexipra 15 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rexipra 15 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Rexipra 15 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.
It is also important to note that Rexipra 15 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Rexipra 15 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rexipra 15 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rexipra 15 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Rexipra 15 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Rexipra 15 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Rexipra 15 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
|
Adult(Male) |
|
Geriatric |
|
Is the use of Rexipra 15 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Rexipra can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Rexipra right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Rexipra 15 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Rexipra 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 Rexipra 15 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Rexipra rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rexipra 15 Tablet on the Liver?
Rexipra has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Rexipra 15 Tablet on the Heart?
Rexipra may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Rexipra 15 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 Rexipra 15 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rexipra 15 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Rexipra 15 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Rexipra 15 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Rexipra 15 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Rexipra 15 Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rexipra 15 Tablet
It is safe to take Rexipra 15 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rexipra 15 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Rexipra 15 Tablet can be dangerous.
No, Rexipra is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking it.
Yes, Rexipra is used in the treatment of anxiety. It has been found to be very effective in reducing anxiety in the patients.
Ideally, Rexipra 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, Rexipra 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, Rexipra 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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