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Escitapax 5mg Tablets

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Escitapax 5 MG Description

Escitapax 5 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of depression, panic and anxiety disorders. This medicine contains escitalopram as its active ingredient. It is an antidepressant that acts on the mood-

elevating chemicals in the brain. Escitapax 5 mg increases the levels of certain chemicals in the brain, nerves and gut. These chemicals are responsible for mood, stress, memory, fear, anger, appetite, and regulation of the heart and digestive functions. Escitapax Tab makes the brain more adaptable to learning and regulates emotions. In turn, making people more responsive to other parts of the holistic treatment plan for depression and anxiety disorders. Do not stop taking Escitapax 5 mg Tab abruptly as it can cause withdrawal symptoms like dizziness, electric shock-like sensation in the body, pins like feeling in the hands and feet, vomiting, aggressiveness, headache, confusion, and emotional instability. These effects can be avoided by decreasing the dose of Escitapax slowly over a period of a few weeks before stopping it completely. Escitapax 5 mg Tablet should not be given to children under 12 years of age as the safety of this medicine has not been established in them. The younger people are more at risk of suicidal behaviour with Escitapax.

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Product Summary

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ContainsCitalopram(5.0 Mg)
UsesDepression, Anxiety and Panic disorders.
Side effectsHeadache, Tremors, Anxiety, Aggressiveness
TherapyANTI-DEPRESSANT
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uses

Uses of Escitapax 5 MG

  • As per CDSCO, Escitapax 5 mg Tablet is used in,
  • Treatment of major depressive disorder
  • Treatment of generalised anxiety disorder
  • Treatment of panic disorder with or without agoraphobia (Fear of spaces or situations)
contraindications

Contraindications of Escitapax 5 MG

  • If you have an allergy to the active or inactive ingredients of Escitapax 5 mg Tablet in the past
  • If you are taking any other antidepressants for your condition
  • If you have taken pimozide tablets
  • If you have taken MAO Inhibitors medicines for depression in the past two weeks
sideEffects

Side effects of Escitapax 5 MG

  • Anxiety
  • Tiredness
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach upset
  • Abnormal dreams
  • Muscle pain
  • Dry mouth
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Escitapax 5 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Escitapax 5 mg Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Use of Escitapax 5 mg Tablet in pregnancy should be avoided as it may harm the newborn. The child may show signs of restlessness, excessive crying, poor feeding and difficulty in breathing. You should inform the doctor if you are planning a pregnancy or conceive during the course of Escitapax 5 mg Tab.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Escitapax 5 mg Tablets while breastfeeding?
A:
You should avoid taking Escitapax Tablet while breastfeeding. It may pass through the breast milk and cause symptoms like irritability, poor feeding and poor weight gain in the child. Talk to your doctor if you are on treatment with Escitapax before starting breastfeeding the child.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Escitapax 5 mg Tablets?
A:
Escitapax 5 mg Tablet may cause sleepiness, headache, confusion, anxiety and vomiting. This may make it unsafe for you to drive. You should avoid driving till you are sure that the side effects of Escitapax have subsided.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Escitapax 5 mg Tablets?
A:
You should avoid taking alcohol with Escitapax 5 mg Tab as it increases the chances of experiencing side effects of tremors, vomiting, muscle twitching, fast heartbeat and breathing problems.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have a history of mania or fits.
  • You have a problem sleeping.
  • You have a history of heart, liver or kidney disease.
  • You get rashes or bruises after taking Escitapax 5 mg Tablets.
  • You have suicidal or self-harmful thoughts or experience changes in behaviour like anger and restlessness.
  • You have abnormal uterine bleeding.
  • You are under treatment for high blood sugar.
  • You are planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Escitapax 5 MG

How Does It Work?

Escitapax 5 mg Tablet increases the levels of mood-enhancing chemicals in the brain. These chemicals are responsible for several functions in the body, such as mood, emotions, memory, appetite, digest...
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directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Escitapax 5 MG

  • Swallow Escitapax 5 mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, chew, or crush it.
  • Take Escitapax 5 mg Tablet with food to avoid stomach upset.
  • For optimal pharmacological effects, take Escitapax 5 mg Tablet at the same time every day as advised by the doctor.
  • Do not discontinue or alter the dosage of Escitapax 5 mg Tablet without consulting the doctor.
interactions

Interactions of Escitapax 5 MG

Interactions with other medicines

  • To avoid adverse effects associated with medicine interaction, it is important to inform the doctor about all medicines and health supplements you are currently taking.
  • Escitapax 5 mg Tablet is known to interact with the following medicines:
  • Medicines used in the treatment of depression, specifically MAO Inhibitors such as iproniazid can cause life-threatening reactions if given along with Escitapax. This may cause stiffness of the muscle...
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  • Medicines used for controlling acidity such as cimetidine, omeprazole increase the levels of Escitapax in the blood.
  • Medicines that reduce convulsions, such as phenytoin, phenothiazines, amitriptyline and bupropion are not safe for use with Escitapax.
  • Medicines belonging to the same group of antidepressants, when given in combination, can increase the severity of the adverse effects.
  • Medicines used to relieve pain such as tramadol, sumatriptan should be avoided with Escitapax as that may lead to a serious condition called serotonin syndrome.
  • Medicines called antipsychotics such as phenothiazines and haloperidol can potentiate the effect of Escitapax. They should be avoided with Escitapax.
  • Medicines used in the treatment of infections such as moxifloxacin, sparfloxacin and erythromycin have an additive action on Escitapax. These medicines should not be taken with Escitapax.
  • Medicines used in the treatment of allergies such as astemizole increase the effect of Escitapax.
  • Medicines such as warfarin, aspirin, ibuprofen may increase the risk of bleeding with Escitapax.
  • Medicines that have the same metabolism as Escitapax, such as carbamazepine and risperidone, increase the levels of Escitapax in the blood.

Interactions with food items

  • There are no known adverse interactions of Escitapax 5 mg Tablet with food. A regular diet can be continued unless advised otherwise by your doctor.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Escitapax 5 MG

Store Escitapax 5 mg Tablet at room temperature up to 300 C in a dry and cool place. Keep them in the original packaging, out of the reach of children and pets at home. Dispose of unused/expired medic...
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dosage

Dosage of Escitapax 5 MG

Overdose

The symptoms of overdose of Escitapax 5 mg Tablet include vomiting, abnormal heartbeats, agitation, tremors, restlessness, fast heartbeat, problems in breathing and imbalance of fluids in the body. Yo...
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Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose of Escitapax 5 mg Tablet, take it near the actual time of that dose. You should not take two tablets together even if you have missed a dose. The usual prescribed dose of Esc...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Tulika Singh

M.B.B.S, DFM, PDGPPHC, MPH(NUS)

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Jagruti Jain

M.B.B.S., M.D., D.N.B., General Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: How will I feel after starting treatment with Escitapax 5 mg Tablets?

A: You shall notice an improvement in your symptoms with Escitapax. You shall be able to relax and sleep well. However, it may take a few weeks before you feel substantial improvement in your condition after the treatment is started.

Q: Is Escitapax a better medicine for depression as compared to other medicines?

A: Response to the medicines for depression varies from person to person. Escitapax brings improvement in symptoms like other SSRI antidepressant medicines. Some people respond to Escitapax better than others. However, it is a better-tolerated medicine. Talk to your doctor if you do not notice any change in your condition after six weeks of treatment.

Q: Can I work out while taking Escitapax tablets?

A: Yes. Exercise is an important part of the holistic treatment plan for depression and anxiety disorders. Escitapax helps in stabilising the mood and thoughts within a few weeks of the treatment. It does not interfere with your ability to exercise. Talk to your doctor if you have health conditions like high blood pressure or heart disease.

Q: Can I stop taking Escitapax tablets after recovering from my condition?

A: Yes. Your doctor shall suggest you stop the medicine gradually after your condition stays improved for about six months. You should avoid stopping the medicine on your own or abruptly. Tapering it shall help you avoid withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, headache, tremors and aggressiveness.
Product Details
Brand
ESCITAPAX
Expires on or After
24/07/2024
Last Updated on: 04 Apr 2022 | 06:28 PM (IST)

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