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ESCITALOPRAM-20MG

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Mankind Pharma Pvt Ltd

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About Ecitelo 20 Tab

Ecitelo 20 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. Depression is a mood disorder that affects day to day life of a person. A person may have symptoms such as feeling sad or feeling of loss and might have mood swings. Anxiety is defined as an emotion that is characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and symptoms like increased blood pressure. Anxiety disorder also includes panic disorder which is characterized by sudden feelings of terror. In Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a person feels the need to think or perform things repeatedly.

Ecitelo 20 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.

You can take Ecitelo 20 Tab with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience a decreased or increased appetite, weight gain, pain, sweating, fatigue, or high fever. Most of these side effects of Ecitelo 20 Tab do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Try not to stop taking Ecitelo 20 Tab  of your own as it may lead to unpleasant side effects. Let your doctor know about this, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. let your doctor know if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, any heart problems, or are currently taking medicines for depression known as MAO inhibitors (such as Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline) or problems with alcohol or other prescription drugs. These may affect your treatment also Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Ecitelo 20 Tab .

Uses of Ecitelo 20 Tab

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

Directions for Use

Always take Ecitelo 20 Tab exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets on the basis of your medical condition. Swallow Ecitelo 20 Tab with a full glass of water.

Medicinal Benefits

Ecitelo 20 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 20 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ecitelo 20 Tab

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Blocked or runny nose (sinusitis)
  • Increased or decreased appetite
  • Anxiety
  • Restlessness

Drug Warnings

Taking Ecitelo 20 Tab should be avoided in patients having epilepsy (Brain disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures), impaired liver or kidney function, diabetes, decreased level of sodium in the blood, tendency to easily develop bleedings or bruises, patients receiving electroconvulsive treatment, having coronary heart disease, suffering or have suffered from heart problems or have recently had a heart attack, having a low resting heart-rate, prolonged severe diarrhoea, and vomiting (Being sick) or using diuretics (water tablets), experiencing a fast or irregular heartbeat, fainting, collapse, or dizziness on standing up, which may indicate abnormal functioning of the heart rate, having or previously had eye problems, such as certain kinds of glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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EscitalopramRizatriptan
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EscitalopramIohexol
Severe

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EscitalopramRizatriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet:
Combining Rizatriptan with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet and Rizatriptan, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms like confusion, hallucination, fits, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, shaking of hands and legs, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramIohexol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet:
Taking Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet with erythromycin may increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet with Iohexol can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms - seizures, a medical condition, or a head injury, contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
EscitalopramPropafenone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet:
Taking Propafenone with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Propafenone with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact your doctor if you experience drowsiness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
EscitalopramVoriconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet:
Using Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet together with Voriconazole can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet and Voriconazole together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience dizziness, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations (irregular heartbeat), consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramDoxorubicin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet:
When Doxorubicin is taken with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet, the amount of Doxorubicin in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet and Doxorubicin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. This can make the side effects of doxorubicin worse. If you notice any of these symptoms - feeling dizzy, lightheaded, or faint, having a fast or irregular heartbeat, feeling short of breath, or having prolonged diarrhea or vomiting - contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
EscitalopramMifepristone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet with mifepristone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms. Prolonged treatment with Mifepristone may result in low potassium levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet with mifepristone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, rapid heartbeat, weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, confusion, painful muscle cramping, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal cramping, chest pain, and/or swelling in the legs or feet, get medical attention. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramHydroxychloroquine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet:
The combined use of Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet and Hydroxychloroquine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet and Hydroxychloroquine can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
EscitalopramTamoxifen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet:
Taking Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet together with tamoxifen can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm and other side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking tamoxifen and Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
EscitalopramCyclobenzaprine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet:
Taking Cyclobenzaprine with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking cyclobenzaprine with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet can possibly lead to an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, shivering, muscle spasm, or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramChloroquine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet:
Using Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet together with chloroquine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking chloroquine and Ecitelo 20 mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Doing regular exercise can help lower anxiety by releasing endorphins and improving sleep.
  • Find humour in your daily life. Try to watch light-hearted shows to help relieve stress.
  • You can try increasing your mindfulness by including yoga, meditation, cognitive therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
  • Drink enough water to stay hydrated, and limit or avoid alcohol and caffeine to relieve anxiety.
  • Include a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits. This is a healthier option than eating many simple carbohydrates in processed foods.
  • Herbs like turmeric, ginger, and chamomile contain anti-inflammatory properties. Including these stuff in meals can reduce inflammation caused due to anxiety disorder.
  • Reduce your alcohol, caffeine, added sugar, high salt, and high fat intake. Significantly transfat may help also help reduce inflammation.
  • You can include antioxidants in your daily diet, like ashwagandha, omega-3 fatty acids, green tea, and lemon balm.
  • Try to spend time with your friends and family. Having a solid social network may help you lower your risk of anxiety.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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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 20 Tab is not advised in cases if a person is allergic to Ecitelo 20 Tab , has epilepsy, or are having electroconvulsive treatment as Ecitelo 20 Tab may increase your risk of having a seizure. Ecitelo 20 Tab should not be taken by a person having heart problems as taking Ecitelo 20 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 20 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 20 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 20 Tab , wear loose clothing, and use a strong antiperspirant. If you are unable to sleep after taking Ecitelo 20 Tab , prefer to take it in the morning to avoid sleep disturbances. If you feel sleepy after taking Ecitelo 20 Tab , avoid taking it in the evening and limit your alcohol intake. If you feel tired or weak after taking Ecitelo 20 Tab , sit or lie down until you feel better. If you feel that the side-effects are worsening, please consult your doctor.

Taking Ecitelo 20 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 20 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 20 Tab might cause memory problems along with headache, confusion, trouble concentrating, weakness, or unsteadiness.

Ecitelo 20 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 20 Tab depending upon the type and severity of your symptoms.

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

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  • MEFLOQUINE
  • FLECAINIDE
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Special Advise

  • Ecitelo 20 Tab causes drowsiness. Avoid doing activities that require your complete focus and attention like driving when on this drug.
  • An abrupt stoppage of Ecitelo 20 Tab can lead to significant withdrawal symptoms. Always discuss with your doctor about decreasing the dosage before completely stopping its usage.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while on this medication as it can lead to dangerous side effects.
  • Ecitelo 20 Tab is unsafe for usage if you're pregnant or are planning to get pregnant. Discuss with your doctor in such situations about changing/replacing the medicine with safer alternatives.
  • Do not self-medicate.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Depression: It is a mood disorder that affects day to day life of a person. A person may have symptoms such as feeling sad or feeling of loss and might have mood swings.

Anxiety: It is defined as an emotion that is characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and symptoms like increased blood pressure. Anxiety disorder also includes panic disorder which is characterized by sudden feelings of terror.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): In this disorder, a person feels the need to think or perform things repeatedly.

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