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ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ESCITALOPRAM-20MG

Uses:

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

Medicinal Benefits:

ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET 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. ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET 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.

ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET is not advised in cases if a person is allergic to ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET, has epilepsy, or are having electroconvulsive treatment as ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET may increase your risk of having a seizure. ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET should not be taken by a person having heart problems as taking ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET 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.

ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET 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 ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET 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 ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET, wear loose clothing, and use a strong antiperspirant. If you are unable to sleep after taking ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET, prefer to take it in the morning to avoid sleep disturbances. If you feel sleepy after taking ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET, avoid taking it in the evening and limit your alcohol intake. If you feel tired or weak after taking ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET, sit or lie down until you feel better. If you feel that the side-effects are worsening, please consult your doctor.

Taking ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET 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, ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET 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, ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET might cause memory problems along with headache, confusion, trouble concentrating, weakness, or unsteadiness.

ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET 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 ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET depending upon the type and severity of your symptoms.

In case you miss a dose of ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET, do not take a double dose of ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET. If you remember the missed dose before sleeping, take it at that time and take ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET 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 ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET. 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 ESCITLOCAD 20MG TABLET as the sudden stoppage of this medicine can lead to unpleasant side-effects.