Deplam-S 5Mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
10 Tablet(s) in StripMade by
MANKIND PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
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Product Summary
| Uses | Anxiety, Major Depressive Disorder, a Panic Disorder With or Without Agoraphobia |
| Therapy | Anti-depressant |
| Side effects | Nausea, Memory Problems, Depression, Weight Gain, Loss of Appetite, Changes in Sexual Functioning |
| Salt Content | Citalopram(5.0 Mg) |
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Medical Description
Uses
- As per CDSCO, the Deplam S tablet is used in
- The treatment of symptoms associated with major depressive disorders
- Managing mood disorders such as Panic disorders, with or without agoraphobia (fear of open and crowded places).
Contraindications
- If you have a known hypersensitivity reaction to any of the components of the Deplam S tablet.
- If you have a previous history of alcohol or substance abuse, mental health disorder, depression, etc.
- If you're pregnant, planning for a pregnancy or currently nursing.
- If you're already using certain anti-anxiety medicines or sedatives.
- If you have to drive after taking this tablet; it can cause slow reflexes, impairing your driving ability.
- If you've acute angle glaucoma (an eye condition with increased fluid pressure).
- If you've liver disease.
- If you've a seizure disorder and are on anti-seizure medication.
Side effects
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Stomach issues
- Slow heart rate
- Memory problems
- Uncoordinated movements
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You notice persistent adverse effects.
- You are an adult over 65; this medicine can cause rise side effects due to slow metabolism.
- You are under 18; there are many enough studies on this medicine’s safety in children.
- You have a respiratory illness.
- You need to do a task that requires attention; this medicine can affect focus and cause sleepiness.
- You use Ayurvedic or herbal medicines and vitamins or supplements.
Directions for Use
- Take Deplam S tablets in the exact dosage and at the same time every day.
- Do not increase the dosage, even if you cannot notice any effects.
- Take the Deplam S tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
- Try not to break or chew Deplam S tablets.
- Take Deplam S tablets before or after meals.
- Do not use it along with other medicines without informing your doctor.
- Do not suddenly stop taking Deplam S tablets, as this can lead to adverse withdrawal effects.
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Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Do not use anti-anxiety, mood disorder medications or antidepressants such as linezolid, moclobemide, selegiline, etc., with Deplam S tablets. It can increase serotonin levels and cause severe reactions due to serotonin toxicity.
- It is better to avoid medication that causes drowsiness, such as antihistamines (cetrizine), cold and cough medicines, opiates/narcotic pain relievers (tramadol, codeine), and muscle relaxants with Deplam S tablets. They can cause extreme drowsiness.
- If you are taking antiepileptic medicines such as Phenytoin or carbamazepine for seizure disorders, inform your doctor. They can interfere with each other and exaggerate the side effects of Deplam S tablets.
- Do not use other antidepressants like sertraline and fluoxetine with Deplam S tablets. It can cause severe reactions like vomiting, dizziness, etc., due to increased serotonin levels, which can be life-threatening.
- Using Deplam S tablets in persons with bleeding issues or those who take aspirin and blood thinners such as warfarin can increase the risk of bleeding.
Interactions with food items
- Try to avoid grapefruit and its juice, as this fruit can worsen the side effects of Deplam S tablets.
- Avoid products with caffeine, as well as chocolates and sweets. These can raise serotonin levels and cause serotonin toxicity with many side effects.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
References:
- Landy K. Escitalopram [Internet]. StatPearls [Internet]. U.S. National Library of Medicine. 2021 [cited 2022 Mar 19] - Available from
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 2022 Mar 19] - Available from
- Escitalopram: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. MedlinePlus. U.S. National Library of Medicine [cited 2022 Mar 19] - Available from:
- Escitalopram [Internet]. Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. U.S. National Library of Medicine; 2021 [cited 2022 Mar 19] - Available from:
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Brand:DEPLAM
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Fulfillment Information: Deplam S 5 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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