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Composition :

ESCITALOPRAM-15MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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Not Returnable

About Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's

Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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.

Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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 Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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 Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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 Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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 Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's.

Uses of Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's

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

Directions for Use

Always take Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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 Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's with a full glass of water.

Medicinal Benefits

Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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. Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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 Newcita 15 mg Tablet
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  • Take a balanced diet and quit smoking.
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Drug Warnings

Taking Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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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EscitalopramRisperidone
Severe
EscitalopramTetrabenazine
Severe

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EscitalopramRisperidone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Newcita 15 mg Tablet:
Taking risperidone with Newcita 15 mg Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amiodarone with Newcita 15 mg Tablet together can 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 irregular heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramTetrabenazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Newcita 15 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Newcita 15 mg Tablet with Tetrabenazine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Newcita 15 mg Tablet and Tetrabenazine can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
EscitalopramLithium
Severe
How does the drug interact with Newcita 15 mg Tablet:
Taking Lithium together with Newcita 15 mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Newcita 15 mg Tablet with Lithium together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised 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.
EscitalopramHydroxyzine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Newcita 15 mg Tablet:
Taking hydroxyzine with Newcita 15 mg Tablet can increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Hydroxyzine and Newcita 15 mg Tablet, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramCiprofloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Newcita 15 mg Tablet:
Using Newcita 15 mg Tablet together with ciprofloxacin can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking ciprofloxacin and Newcita 15 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, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramClozapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Newcita 15 mg Tablet:
When Clozapine is taken with Newcita 15 mg Tablet, it can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Clozapine and Newcita 15 mg Tablet, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramEletriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Newcita 15 mg Tablet:
Combining Eletriptan with Newcita 15 mg Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Newcita 15 mg Tablet and Eletriptan, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - like feeling confused, seeing or hearing things that aren't there, seizures, fast heartbeat, fever, sweating a lot, shaking, blurry vision, muscle spasms, trouble moving, stomach cramps, feeling sick, diarrhea, or any other problems - contact your doctor right away. They can help you and prevent any complications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
EscitalopramRasagiline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Newcita 15 mg Tablet:
Taking rasagiline with Newcita 15 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:
Taking Newcita 15 mg Tablet with Rasagiline together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramZolmitriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Newcita 15 mg Tablet:
Taking Newcita 15 mg Tablet with Zolmitriptan can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Newcita 15 mg Tablet and Zolmitriptan, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, sweating, shivering, blurred vision, muscle spasms, stiffness, trouble moving, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
EscitalopramProtriptyline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Newcita 15 mg Tablet:
Taking Protriptyline and Newcita 15 mg Tablet may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Newcita 15 mg Tablet with Protriptyline together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without 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.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

PSYCHOTHERAPEUTICS

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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.

Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's is not advised in cases if a person is allergic to Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's, has epilepsy, or are having electroconvulsive treatment as Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's may increase your risk of having a seizure. Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's should not be taken by a person having heart problems as taking Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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.

Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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 Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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 Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's, wear loose clothing, and use a strong antiperspirant. If you are unable to sleep after taking Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's, prefer to take it in the morning to avoid sleep disturbances. If you feel sleepy after taking Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's, avoid taking it in the evening and limit your alcohol intake. If you feel tired or weak after taking Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's, sit or lie down until you feel better. If you feel that the side-effects are worsening, please consult your doctor.

Taking Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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, Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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, Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's might cause memory problems along with headache, confusion, trouble concentrating, weakness, or unsteadiness.

Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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 Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's depending upon the type and severity of your symptoms.

In case you miss a dose of Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's, do not take a double dose of Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's. If you remember the missed dose before sleeping, take it at that time and take Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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 Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's. 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 Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's as the sudden stoppage of this medicine can lead to unpleasant side-effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENELZINE
  • IPRONIAZID
  • TRANYLCYPROMINE
  • SELEGILINE
  • LINEZOLID
  • LITHIUM
  • TRYPTOPHAN
  • IMIPRAMINE
  • DESIPRAMINE
  • SUMATRIPTAN
  • TRAMADOL
  • CIMETIDINE
  • LANSOPRAZOLE
  • OMEPRAZOLE
  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • TICLOPIDINE
  • WARFARIN
  • DIPYRIDAMOLE
  • PHENPROCOUMON
  • MEFLOQUINE
  • FLECAINIDE
  • PROPAFENONE

Special Advise

  • Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's causes drowsiness. Avoid doing activities that require your complete focus and attention like driving when on this drug.
  • An abrupt stoppage of Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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.
  • Newcita 15 mg Tablet 10's 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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