Estadep Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets

• As per CDSCO, the Estadep Plus tablet is used for the following cases:
• Treatment of comorbid depression (depression associated with other disorders)
• Treatment of anxiety disorder

• Estadep Plus Tablet is contraindicated in the following cases:
• If you are allergic to any active component of Estadep Plus tablet, i.e. Clonazepam, Escitalopram
• If you are already taking Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs): linezolid, methylene blue, Selegiline, antipsychotic medicine-pimozide, anti-anxiety or sedative medications
• If you are diagnosed with acute angle glaucoma (an eye condition that increases the fluid pressure in the eyes)
• If you have a seizure disorder and taking antiepileptic (anti-seizure) medications
• If you have liver or kidney disease
• If you have respiratory issues
• If you have a severe heart condition
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding

• The side effects of the Estadep Plus tablet includes the following:
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Confusion
• Drowsiness
• Increased sweating
• Insomnia
• Sexual dysfunction

Other General Warnings

• You have any allergic reactions after taking the Estadep Plus tablet.
• You experience sudden mood or behaviour changes.
• You have any suicidal ideation or self-harming thoughts.
• You notice a sudden loss of vision.
• You feel there is worsening of the symptoms.
• You have trouble breathing or talking.
• You have mild or severe liver or kidney disease; this medicine may need a dose adjustment.
• You are taking medication for other conditions or any health supplements.

• Take the Estadep Plus tablet as per the doctor’s prescription.
• Take the medicine with or without food or as prescribed. In the case of any stomach illness, take it after meals.
• Take Estadep Plus tablet preferably at the same time every day to maintain its constant level in the body.
• Do not break/crush the tablet or chew this medicine; take it as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not take Estadep Plus tablet with other medications; consult your doctor first.
• Do not stop taking this medication in between, as it may lead to withdrawal side effects.
• Do not exceed the dosage on your own without consulting a doctor.

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Interactions with other medicines

• Many medicines can interact with the Estadep Plus tablet, making it less effective or increasing side effects.
• Estadep Plus tablet should not be used concomitantly or within two weeks of using Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) like isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, selegiline, rasagiline, etc. It is potentially life-threatening.
• Concomitant use of Estadep Plus tablet with antidepressants like Clomipramine, Desipramine, Imipramine, Amitriptyline, Amoxapine, etc.; opioids and other central nervous system depressants is contraindicated, as it may cause respiratory depression, coma and death.
• Estadep Plus tablet interaction with metoprolol can lead to excessive bradycardia (slow heart rate).
• Estadep Plus tablet interaction with antipsychotics (pimozide, haloperidol), tricyclic antidepressants and antihistamines can prolong QT interval on ECG and may alter heart rhythm.
• Estadep Plus tablet interaction with NSAIDs, aspirin, and other medications that affect coagulation can increase the risk of bleeding and bruises.
• Estadep Plus tablet may also interact with herbal medicine like St John’s wort and lead to life-threatening side effects.

Interactions with food items

• Avoid consuming Estadep Plus tablets with cola drinks, chocolates, and caffeine-containing drinks like tea and coffee. It can result in serotonin syndrome (characterised by high blood pressure, confusion, and muscle rigidity). It would help if you also avoided tyramine-rich beverages like cheese, milk, beef, chicken liver, meat extract, soybeans and grapefruit.