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Ecitelo 10 Tab Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ESCITALOPRAM-10MG

Uses:

Depression, Mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder

Medicinal Benefits:

Ecitelo 10 Tab is a type of antidepressant which belongs to the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) and is primarily used in the treatment of depression and other mental health conditions which include anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Ecitelo 10 Tab works by increasing serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain which is responsible for improving the mood and physical symptoms of depression. It is also responsible for relieving symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

FAQs

It takes about 2-4 weeks before you start feeling better. It is advised not to stop this medicine without consulting your doctor as may lead to unpleasant side-effects.

Ecitelo 10 Tab is not advised in cases if a person is allergic to Ecitelo 10 Tab , has epilepsy, or are having electroconvulsive treatment as Ecitelo 10 Tab may increase your risk of having a seizure. Ecitelo 10 Tab should not be taken by a person having heart problems as taking Ecitelo 10 Tab can speed up or change the heartbeat. It should not be given to a person having a low heart rate along with symptoms of diarrhoea and vomiting, pregnant women, trying to get pregnant, breastfeeding, having eye problems such as glaucoma. In diabetics, it can cause difficulty in keeping stable blood sugar levels.

Ecitelo 10 Tab should be preferably taken in the morning as taking it at night can keep you awake till late. It is better to take it at a fixed time.

Certain side-effects of Ecitelo 10 Tab can be dealt with simple tips such as if you experience dry mouth, you can chew sugar-free gum or take sugar-free sweets. If you are sweating a lot while taking Ecitelo 10 Tab , wear loose clothing, and use a strong antiperspirant. If you are unable to sleep after taking Ecitelo 10 Tab , prefer to take it in the morning to avoid sleep disturbances. If you feel sleepy after taking Ecitelo 10 Tab , avoid taking it in the evening and limit your alcohol intake. If you feel tired or weak after taking Ecitelo 10 Tab , sit or lie down until you feel better. If you feel that the side-effects are worsening, please consult your doctor.

Taking Ecitelo 10 Tab in more than the recommended dose can cause unpleasant side-effects such as dizziness, tremor, agitation, convulsion, coma, nausea, vomiting, changes in heart rhythm, decreased blood pressure, and change in body fluid/salt balance.

Initially, Ecitelo 10 Tab can make you feel less hungry which can make you lose weight. After some days, you might gain weight as your appetite returns. If you experience too much weight loss or gain, please consult your doctor.

Yes, Ecitelo 10 Tab might cause memory problems along with headache, confusion, trouble concentrating, weakness, or unsteadiness.

Ecitelo 10 Tab should be taken as per the advice of your doctor. Once you start feeling better, you might have to continue it for several months to prevent the symptoms from returning back. Your doctor will advise you on how much time you need to continue Ecitelo 10 Tab depending upon the type and severity of your symptoms.

In case you miss a dose of Ecitelo 10 Tab , do not take a double dose of Ecitelo 10 Tab . If you remember the missed dose before sleeping, take it at that time and take Ecitelo 10 Tab at the same time the next day which were you taking earlier. If you remember the missed dose the next day, leave the skipped dose, and continue with the next dose.

Yes, it is very important to inform your doctor if you are planning to get pregnant and are taking Ecitelo 10 Tab . It is not advised to take this medicine in pregnancy as it might pose a risk to the unborn baby. However, please consult your doctor before you stop taking Ecitelo 10 Tab as the sudden stoppage of this medicine can lead to unpleasant side-effects.