Lexadep 10Mg Tablets
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PULSE PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
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TABLET
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Product Summary
| Uses | Depression, Anxiety disorder, Panic disorder, OCD |
| Therapy | Anti-depressant |
| Side effects | Fatigue, Increased sweating, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Nausea, Sleepiness, Decreased sexual drive, Delayed ejaculation, Women may experience difficulties achieving orgasm or sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself |
| Salt Content | Escitalopram(10.0 Mg) |
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Medical Description
Lexadep 10 mg Tab contains Escitalopram Oxalate, which is used to treat depression, anxiety disorder, panic disorder and OCD (Obsessive-compulsive disorder).
Depression is a type of mental disorder in which the person constantly feels low and has constant negative thoughts. In anxiety disorder, the person is always worried or anxious and fearful, so much that it affects one's daily life. In OCD (Obsessive-compulsive disorder), a person suffering from this disorder has unnecessary fears about normal things, and the person is obsessed about it.
Escitalopram Oxalate is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant that works by increasing serotonin levels, a chemical messenger in the brain.
This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
One can experience side effects like fatigue, increased sweating, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), nausea, sleepiness, decreased sexual drive, delayed ejaculation; women may experience difficulties achieving orgasm or sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming themselves. One should be cautious if you are breastfeeding, pregnant, allergic to this medicine; you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, any heart problems.
This medicine should always be consumed under a medical doctor’s supervision. It can be before or after a meal. Consult your doctor regarding the dose and how often you need it. You may be prescribed a lower dose in the beginning and increased gradually. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well. Doing so may worsen your condition, or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms (anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances, etc.).
Uses
- Lexadep 10 mg Tab is used to treat
- Depression
- Anxiety disorder
- Panic disorder
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Contraindications
- Before taking Lexadep 10 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if
- Breastfeeding
- Pregnant
- Allergy to this medicine
- You have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits)
- Diabetes
- Liver or kidney disease, any heart problems
- You are currently taking medicines for depression known as MAO inhibitors
Side effects
- One can experience the following symptoms.
- Fatigue
- Increased sweating
- Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)
- Nausea
- Sleepiness
- Decreased sexual drive
- Delayed ejaculation
- Women may experience difficulties achieving orgasm
- Sudden worsening of mood or self-harm thoughts
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You develop an allergy to this medicine with symptoms like a rash, wheezing, chest tightness, fever; itching; bad cough, blue or grey skin colour, seizures, or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
- You have suicidal thoughts.
- You experience a sudden change in your thinking pattern.
- You lose your balance.
- You experience agitation, twitching, sweating, or muscle stiffness.
- You are very nervous and excitable.
- You have a fast heartbeat.
- You have an upset stomach or vomiting.
- You have any bruising or bleeding.
- You have side effects, your health problems are not better, or you feel worse.
Directions for Use
- Take it with or without food. Consult your doctor on the dose and how often you need it.
- Do not change the dose or stop taking it without consulting your doctor, even if you feel well. Doing so may worsen your condition, or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms (anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances, etc.).
- Take this medicine regularly at the same time each day.
- Take it in the morning if you have trouble sleeping. Inform your doctor if you do not see any improvement even after four weeks.
- Consume it under a medical doctor’s supervision.
- Discuss with your doctor if you suffer from conditions such as diabetes, heart diseases, liver conditions, menstrual issues, pregnancy, breastfeeding should be discussed with the prescribing doctor.
- Consume the tablet entirely with water.
- Do not break or smash the tablet.
- Keep it away from pets, kids and the elderly with memory loss.
Storage and disposal
Store this medicine in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight. Dispose of used, expired and damaged medication with caution. Keep it away from children and pets as its consumption.
Dosage
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose may include CNS effects (dizziness, convulsions, coma, somnolence), gastrointestinal distress (nausea, vomiting), and cardiac abnormalities (hypotension, tachycardia, ECG changes). Please visit the nearest emergency room in case of an emergency.
Missed a Dose
If you miss a Lexadep 10 tablet dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Escitalopram Oxalate is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing serotonin levels, a chemical messenger in the brain. Serotonin is a chemical messenger or any compound that serves to transmit a message and may refer to a long-range chemical messenger. Neurotransmitter communicates to adjacent cells. A neuropeptide is a protein sequence that acts as a hormone or neurotransmitter.
This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- One should avoid following medicines with Lexadep 10 mg Tab to prevent symptoms like cardiac problems, irregular heartbeat, breathing issues, gastric issues, bleeding.
- MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, metaxalone, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, safinamide, selegiline, tranylcypromine)
- Triptans
- Medicines that interfere with Hemostasis (NSAIDs, Aspirin, Warfarin, etc.)
- Cimetidine
- Digoxin
- Carbamazepine
- Ketoconazole
- Metoprolol
Interactions with food items
- Grapefruit juice can cause dizziness along with Lexadep 10 mg tab.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
References:
- Escitalopram: Galactorrhoea: case report. (2014). Reactions Weekly, 1526(1), 60–60. [cited 14 March 2022].
- Rampono, J., Hackett, L. P., Kristensen, J. H., Kohan, R., Page-Sharp, M., & Ilett, K. F. (2006). Transfer of escitalopram and its metabolite demethyl escitalopram into breast milk. British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, 62(3), 316–322. [cited 14 March 2022].
- Ross, R. W., Simpson, B. H., & Fallon, B. A. (2000). What is obsessive-compulsive disorder? Journal of Psychiatric Practice, 6(2), 109–110. [cited 14 March 2022].
- What are anxiety disorders? (n.d.). Psychiatry.Org. [cited 14 March 2022].
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:LEXADEP
Manufacturer Name:PULSE PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
Address:<p>1. 4F10, Ballad Estates, Tarnaka, Hyderabad - 500017, TS, India.</p>
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Lexadep 10 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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