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S Celepra 20 Tablet Information

S Celepra 20 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of S Celepra 20 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of S Celepra 20 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed S Celepra 20 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of S Celepra 20 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

S Celepra 20 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to S Celepra 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the S Celepra 20 Tablet contraindications section.

Drug interactions for S Celepra 20 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that S Celepra 20 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

S Celepra Benefits & Uses
S Celepra Dosage & How to Take
S Celepra Side Effects
S Celepra Related Warnings
S Celepra Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about S Celepra
S Celepra Interactions with Food and Alcohol

S Celepra 20 Tablet Benefits & Uses

S Celepra 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression

Other Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Panic Attack and Disorder

S Celepra 20 Tablet 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: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may be increase up to 20 mg, once daily as needed
Adult(Male)	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
Geriatric	Disease: Panic Attack and Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

S Celepra 20 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of S Celepra 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

S Celepra can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using S Celepra, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of S Celepra 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

S Celepra may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of S Celepra 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?

S Celepra may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of S Celepra 20 Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of S Celepra rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of S Celepra 20 Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of S Celepra on the heart have been reported.

Mild

S Celepra 20 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take S Celepra 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

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

Frequently asked Questions about S Celepra 20 Tablet

Is this S Celepra 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to S Celepra 20 Tablet.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the S Celepra 20 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

S Celepra 20 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Yes, taking S Celepra 20 Tablet can treat mental disorders.

Yes

S Celepra 20 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and S Celepra 20 Tablet

Taking S Celepra 20 Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and S Celepra 20 Tablet

Taking alcohol with S Celepra 20 Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about S Celepra 20 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can S Celepra cause suicidal and self-inflicting thoughts?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Patients who are suffering from major depressive disorder may experience a change in behaviour, suicidal and self-inflicting thought whether they are taking S Celepra or not and this risk may remain till significant remission of depression. If you are experiencing mood fluctuations, life-threatening, distorted thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does S Celepra make you thirsty?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, S Celepra may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because S Celepra 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does S Celepra cause weight gain?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

No, S Celepra does not cause significant weight gain. However, if you notice any unusual weight gain while taking this drug, then there is a possibility that it might be due to some medical condition or a sedentary lifestyle. You are advised to do brisk walking daily to keep yourself active and maintaining a healthy weight.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take S Celepra with lorazepam?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, S Celepra can be taken with lorazepam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take S Celepra 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is S Celepra?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

S Celepra 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.