Essita Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets
Essita Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets Description
Essita Plus Tablets is a combination of two medicines, clonazepam and escitalopram oxalate. It is prescribed for treating depression in patients above 12 years and generalised anxiety disorder in adu
lts. Essita Plus Tablets contain clonazepam and escitalopram oxalate as active ingredients, known to increase the level of chemicals that relax and calm the brain and body activity. Serotonin is a hormone in the human body responsible for keeping the mood light and a person happy. It is also essential for better sleep and digestion. Similarly, GABA (Gamma-Amino-Butyric-Acid) is a chemical messenger that gives an individual feeling of calmness. Clonazepam, an active ingredient in Essita Plus Tablets, increases GABA levels and calms the brain and body to relieve depression and anxiety symptoms. Escitalopram oxalate, another active ingredient in Essita Plus Tablets, is classified as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor. It boosts serotonin levels in the body and thus effectively helps in maintaining a mental balance and treating depression and anxiety disorder. Essita Plus Tablets should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. The duration and dose of taking Essita Plus Tablets vary depending on the patient’s condition and age. It has a habit-forming potential and is generally not prescribed for children below 12. Essita Plus Tablets may cause minor to severe side effects. It is advised to consult your doctor prior to treatment with Essita Plus Tablets.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹81.41 |
You Save | ₹11.10 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Clonazepam(0.5 Mg) + Escitalopram Oxalate(10.0 Mg) |
Uses | Depression, Generalised Anxiety Disorder |
Side effects | Nausea, drowsiness, constipation, diarrhoea, heartburn, reduced sexual abilities, dry mouth, stomach pain |
Therapy | ANTI-ANXIETY AND ANTI-DEPRESSANT |
Uses of Essita Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Depression (symptoms of hopelessness, mood swings and sleep disturbances)
- Generalised Anxiety Disorder (excessive thoughts that are difficult to control)
Contraindications of Essita Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Known allergy to any ingredients present in the medicine.
- Children below 12 years.
- If taking medications classified as Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors.
- Patient under Pimozide medication.
Side effects of Essita Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Most side effects are minor and will disappear once the body adjusts to the medicine. However, immediately consult your doctor if the symptoms persist or become worse.
- Common side effects:
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Heartburn
- Stomach pain
- Increased Sweating
- Dry mouth
- Weight loss
- Flu-like symptoms
- Decreased sexual abilities
Precautions and Warnings of Essita Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are pregnant or planning to be pregnant.
- You are taking any medications before starting Essita Plus Tablets
- You are consuming large amounts of other medications with Essita Plus Tablets that can lead to overdose or even death.
- You have liver, kidney, or any heart problems
Mode of Action of Essita Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Essita Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Essita Plus Tablets must be taken as per the doctor’s prescription.
- Essita Plus Tablets can be taken with or without food.
- Make sure to swallow the Essita Plus Tablets as a whole and do not chew, crush or break them.
- Essita Plus Tablets must be taken at the same time as per prescription to ensure better efficacy and benefits.
- Do not suddenly stop taking medicine without prior consultation with your doctor as you may develop withdrawal symptoms like abrupt mood changes, nausea, weakness, headache and disturbed sleep.
- After taking Essita Plus Tablets, if you experience sweating, increased pulse, difficulty breathing or any discomfort that doesn’t go away, immediately consult your doctor or the nearest emergency hospital....
Interactions of Essita Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Essita Plus Tablets may adversely interact with:
- Aceclofenac and Aspirin to increase the risk of gastro-intestinal bleeding
- Acetaminophen/Paracetamol to cause symptoms of an overdose of paracetamol
- Amphetamine to cause serotonin syndrome (excessive accumulation of serotonin hormone in the body resulting in symptoms of an overdose)
- Sleep inducing medicines like alprazolam to increase the risk of side effects
- Medicines to decrease the risk of bleeding such as warfarin to produce opposite effects
Interactions with food items
- Essita Plus Tablets may interact adversely with:
- St. John’s Wort (herbal medicine to treat depression)
- Tryptophan containing dietary supplements (milk, cheese, oats)
Storage and disposal of Essita Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets
Dosage of Essita Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the Essita Plus Tablets used for?
Q: Who should not use the Essita Plus Tablets?
Q: Can I stop taking Essita Plus Tablets suddenly?
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