Esita 10mg Tablet

✔️ Uses of Esita 10mg Tablet

• Generalized anxiety disorder
• Depression

✔️ How does Esita 10mg Tablet work?

Esita 10mg Tablet works by increasing the amount of a chemical substance in your brain which helps in maintaining mental balance.

✔️ Side Effects of Esita 10mg Tablet

Common side effects include gastrointestinal issues, changes in appetite and weight, hypersensitivity reactions, dry mouth, headache, insomnia, tremors, sexual dysfunction, urinary retention, sweating, visual disturbances, and more.

✔️ Quick Suggestions:

• Take it in the morning since it can keep you awake if taken late at night.
• Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
• The addiction or dependence potential of Esita 10mg Tablet is very low.
• It has a lower chance of causing sexual dysfunction than other similar medications.
• Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
• Some people can develop dizziness or drowsiness after taking this medicine. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you

✔️ Indication

Escitalopram is used for the treatment of:

• Major depressive episodes
• Panic disorder with or without agoraphobia
• Social anxiety disorder (social phobia)
• Generalized anxiety disorder
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder

✔️ Pharmacology

Escitalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It is the pure S-enantiomer of citalopram and is highly effective in inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin. It has minimal affinity for other receptors.

✔️ Dosage & Administration of Esita 10mg Tablet

Dosage:

• Major depressive episodes: The starting dose is 10 mg once daily, but may be increased to a maximum of 20 mg daily.
• Panic disorder: The starting dose is 5 mg, increased to 10 mg daily. Maximum efficacy is reached after about 3 months.
• Social anxiety disorder: The starting dose is 10 mg once daily, may be decreased to 5 mg or increased to 20 mg daily.
• Generalized anxiety disorder: The starting dose is 10 mg once daily, may be increased to 20 mg daily.
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder: The starting dose is 10 mg once daily, may be increased to 20 mg daily.

Administration: Escitalopram should be taken once daily, morning or evening, with or without food.

✔️ Interaction

Drug Interactions:

Before taking Esita 10mg Tablet, it's important to inform your doctor if you're using any of the following medications:

• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) such as phenelzine, iproniazid, isocarboxazid, nialamide, selegiline, moclobemide, tranylcypromine, fluvoxamine, clomipramine, nortriptyline, imipramine, desipramine, or St. John's wort (used for depression)
• Neuroleptics (antipsychotics) like pimozide, risperidone, thioridazine, and haloperidol (used to treat schizophrenia and psychosis)
• Certain antimicrobial agents such as sparfloxacin, moxifloxacin, erythromycin IV, pentamidine, and linezolid (used for bacterial infections)
• Lithium (used for manic-depressive disorder) and tryptophan
• Medications like sumatriptan (for migraine)
• Opioids such as buprenorphine and tramadol (used for severe pain)
• Stomach ulcer medications like cimetidine, lansoprazole, and omeprazole
• Fluconazole (used for fungal infections)
• Ticlopidine (used to reduce stroke risk)
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen and aspirin (pain relievers)
• Blood-thinning medications like aspirin, dipyridamole, phenprocoumon, and warfarin
• Antimalarials like halofantrine and mefloquine
• Cardiovascular medications like flecainide, propafenone, and metoprolol
• Medications that affect magnesium or potassium levels in the blood
• Antiarrhythmic drugs like quinidine, disopyramide, and amiodarone (used for irregular heartbeats)
• Antihistamines like astemizole, hydroxyzine, mizolastine (used for allergies)

Interaction with Medical Conditions:

• Colitis: Avoid if you experience severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools after taking it. Stay hydrated.
• Liver Disease: Use with caution if you have liver disease or a family history of it. Regular liver function tests are recommended.
• Seizure Disorders: Be cautious if you have a seizure disorder or a family history of seizures. Adjustments in dose might be needed.
• Kidney Disease: Adjustments in dose might be necessary if you have kidney disease.

Interaction with Food:

• Esita 10mg Tablet may interact adversely with St. John’s Wort (an herbal remedy for depression) and tryptophan-containing dietary supplements (found in milk, cheese, and oats).

✔️ Contraindications

• Known hypersensitivity to Escitalopram or Citalopram
• Concomitant use with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or pimozide

✔️ Pregnancy & Lactation

Use in pregnant women during the third trimester should be carefully considered. Escitalopram is excreted in breast milk, so nursing mothers should weigh the risks and benefits.

✔️ Precautions & Warnings

Caution in patients with epilepsy, history of seizures, cardiac disease, diabetes, angle-closure glaucoma, concurrent use of certain medications, bleeding disorders, and hepatic or renal impairment.

✔️ Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C, and protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.