Esram 10mg Tablets 28'S
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Description
Esram 10 mg Tab 28'S is used to manage depression and anxiety disorders. Mode of action of Esram 10mg Tab 28'S involves increasing serotonin levels in the brain. Serotonin is a natural substance in t
he brain that maintains mental balance. The active ingredient in Esram 10 mg Tab 28'S is escitalopram, which is known to act by raising serotonin levels in the human body. This medicine should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. The duration and dose of Esram 10 mg 28’S tablet vary depending on a person’s condition and age. Side effects of Esram 10mg Tab 28'S range from minor to severe, including sleepiness, headache, and nausea. It is advised to consult a doctor before starting treatment with Esram 10 mg Tab 28'S and get complete information on its potential side effects and benefits. Functioning of the medication may change or get affected negatively when taken with alcohol and certain nutritional supplements and therefore must be avoided. Esram 10mg Tab 28'S tablets may interact and produce life-threatening symptoms with specific medicines used in anxiety, depression, high blood pressure, migraine, or certain infections. Therefore, inform the doctor of all current medications or any that need to be taken in the future.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹59.28 |
| You Save | ₹18.72 (24% on MRP) |
| Contains | Escitalopram Oxalate(10.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Depression, Panic Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder |
| Side effects | Headache, Nausea, Drowsiness, Dry mouth, Excessive sweating |
| Therapy | ANTI-DEPRESSANT |
Uses of Esram 10 MG
- Depression (hopelessness, mood swings, and sleep disturbances)
- Panic Disorders (sudden, unexpected fear), including fear of open spaces or crowd
- Generalised Anxiety Disorder (excessive thoughts that are difficult to control)
- Social Anxiety Disorder (fear of socialising and communicating with people)
- OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
Contraindications of Esram 10 MG
If you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients present in the medicine.
If you are taking medications classified as Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) (a type of antidepressant), such as moclobemide or similar medicines like linezolid.
If you are taking medications such as pimozide for mental disorders.
If you are born with or suffering from a heart problem that may cause an irregular heartbeat.
If you are taking any medicine that may cause an irregular heartbeat....
Side effects of Esram 10 MG
- Common side effects:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Drowsiness or changes in sleep pattern
- Excessive sweating and dry mouth
- Most side effects of Esram 10 mg Tab 28'S are minor and will disappear once the body adjusts to the medicine. However, consult a doctor if the symptoms persist or become worse.
Precautions and Warnings of Esram 10 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Esram 10 mg tablets during pregnancy?
A:
No. Esram 10 mg tablet is not safe to be taken during pregnancy as it is known to cause problems in the newborn when taken during pregnancy. Discuss with your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to be pregnant while taking Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take an Esram 10 mg tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
Avoid taking Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S while breastfeeding as it is found to be excreted in breast milk. If you find that your child is sleeping more than usual, facing any breathing difficulty, or cannot suckle, consult your doctor immediately.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken an Esram 10 mg tablet?
A:
No. It is not safe to drive when taking Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S as it is known to cause impairment of mental and physical abilities required while driving a car.
This medicine may induce sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, and forgetfulness as well as affect your judgement and thinking ability. It is thus not recommended to drive a car when under this medication.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with the Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S?
A:
No. Alcohol must be avoided with Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S as it causes all the side effects of an overdose, which can be fatal.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have liver, kidney, or heart problems.
- You have epilepsy or any history of fits or seizures.
- You have eye problems such as glaucoma (increased pressure in your eyes).
- You have diabetes.
- You have a history of bleeding disorders or are taking a medicine that may make your blood thin.
- You are on a low-sodium diet or taking medicine for hypertension.
- You recently suffered a heart attack.
Mode of Action of Esram 10 MG
How Does It Work?
Esram 10 mg Tab 28'S contains escitalopram as its active ingredient, known to act by raising serotonin levels in the human body. Serotonin is a hormone responsible for balancing mood and feelings in an individual. Serotonin is also required for better sleep and digestion and to make a person happy and hopeful.
Escitalopram, an active ingredient in Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S tablets, increases the level of serotonin in the body, lightens the mood and maintains mental balance in the individual....
Directions for Use of Esram 10 MG
- Esram 10 mg Tab 28'S must be taken per the doctor’s prescription.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- Make sure to swallow the tablet as a whole and not chew, crush or break it.
- The tablets should be taken at the same time as per prescription to ensure better efficacy and benefits.
Interactions of Esram 10 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Seek medical advice before taking Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S if you are taking:
- Medicine to treat severe pain (tramadol)
- Medicines to decrease the risk of bleeding (warfarin)
- Medicines for migraine (sumatriptan, almotriptan, metoprolol)
- Medicines for high blood pressure treatment (diltiazem)
- Antibiotics (erythromycin)
- Medicines for the treatment of fits or epilepsy (phenytoin, carbamazepine)
- Medicines for acidity (omeprazole, cimetidine)
- Medicines to treat fungal infections (ketoconazole)
- Other medicines for depression (buprenorphine)
- Medicines for Parkinson’s disease such as procyclidine
- Painkillers such as ibuprofen and aspirin
- Herbal medicine for depression (St John’s wort)
Interactions with food items
- Esram 10 mg Tab 28'S may interact adversely with dietary supplements containing tryptophan.
Storage and disposal of Esram 10 MG
Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S must be stored in a dry place, away from sunlight, at room temperature away from the reach of children.
Dispose of carefully the packaging of the medicine or expired tablets so that they are out of reach of children and cannot be consumed by pets....
Dosage of Esram 10 MG
Overdose
- Symptoms of an overdose of Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S can be fatal and cause drowsiness and even coma.
- Symptoms of Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S overdose may include nausea, vomiting, sweating, uncontrolled shaking of a part of the body, fast breathing, fast and irregular heartbeat, and dark coloured urine.
- If you have taken too much of this medicine, reach out to your doctor or go to the nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
Esram 10 mg tablets are generally prescribed to be taken once daily with food at night before bedtime.
If you have missed a dose of the medicine, take it immediately when you remember it.
However, you should skip a missed dose when enough time has passed, and it is time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one. This may lead to overdosing....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I give Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S to children?
A: Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S is not meant for children and adolescents below 18 years of age as it may lead to undesirable side effects such as becoming aggressive, hostile, and agitated.
Q: I have been taking Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S for a week now but do not see much improvement in my condition. Should I stop taking it?
- No. You should not stop taking Esram 10 mg Tab 28’S suddenly without consulting your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like mood changes, depression, anxiety, headache, disturbed sleep, and confusion....
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ESRAM
Expires on or After
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