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Newcita 20Mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

15 Tablet(s) in Strip

MRP ₹231.53

₹180.59

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ALKEM LABORATORIES LTD

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Product Summary

Uses
Anxiety disorders
Therapy
Anti-depressant
Side effects
Nausea, Headache, Insomnia, Drowsiness, Sexual difficulties
Salt Content
Escitalopram(20.0 Mg)
3 Step Quality
Assurance
Cash on delivery
available
NPPA
Regulated

Medical Description

NEWCITA is a medicine used to manage anxiety disorders and persistent low mood. Its active ingredient is escitalopram.

Uses

  • Anxiety disorders

Contraindications

Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to escitalopram or any other ingredient. Do not use it with monoamine oxidase inhibitor medicines unless your doctor specifically advises it. Tell your doctor if you have seizures, heart rhythm problems, bipolar disorder, low sodium, bleeding problems, or glaucoma.

Side effects

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Insomnia
  • Drowsiness
  • Sexual difficulties

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or become pregnant. Use this medicine in pregnancy only when your doctor considers it necessary, and follow advice about observation of the newborn.

Breast Feeding

Breast Feeding

Escitalopram passes into breast milk. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding and report unusual sleepiness, poor feeding, or irritability in the baby.

Driving

Driving

This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you.

Alcohol

Alcohol

Avoid alcohol because it may worsen drowsiness and affect judgement.

Directions for Use

Take this tablet whole with sufficient water, with or without food, exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not stop it suddenly without medical advice.

Storage and disposal

Store this medicine in its original pack in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep it out of reach of children and dispose of unused tablets as advised by a pharmacist.

Quick Tips

  • It may take several weeks before you notice the full benefit.
  • Report any sudden worsening of mood or thoughts of self-harm immediately.
  • Do not stop treatment suddenly without medical advice.

Dosage

Overdose

Taking too much may cause nausea, agitation, dizziness, fast heartbeat, or seizures. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

How does this medicine work?

Escitalopram increases the availability of serotonin, a natural chemical messenger in the brain that affects mood and anxiety.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way escitalopram works and may increase the risk of heart rhythm changes, bleeding, or serotonin-related reactions. Tell your doctor about all medicines, vitamins, and supplements you use. In particular, tell them about medicines for mood or anxiety, pain, migraine, infection, heart rhythm problems, seizures, or blood clot prevention.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No. Stopping escitalopram suddenly can cause dizziness, sleep disturbance, nausea, or mood changes. Ask your doctor how to stop it safely.
Some improvement may take several weeks. Continue it as prescribed and tell your doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:NEWCITA

Manufacturer Name:ALKEM LABORATORIES LTD

Address:ALKEM HEALTH SCIENCE A Unit of Alkem Laboratories Limited. Unit-2 Samardung, Karek Block, P.O.: Namthang. District - Namchi, Sikkim-737 137.

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Newcita 20 MG Tablet (15) 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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Phone Number:7666100300

Address:D-37/1, Opp. Sandoz, TTC Industrial Area, MIDC Industrial Area, Turbhe, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400703

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