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About Rospram 20 Tablet

Rospram 20 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. 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.

Rospram 20 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.

You can take Rospram 20 Tablet 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 Rospram 20 Tablet 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 Rospram 20 Tablet  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 Rospram 20 Tablet .

Uses of Rospram 20 Tablet

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

Directions for Use

Always take Rospram 20 Tablet 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 Rospram 20 Tablet with a full glass of water.

Medicinal Benefits

Rospram 20 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. Rospram 20 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Rospram 20 Tablet

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

Drug Warnings

Taking Rospram 20 Tablet 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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EscitalopramChloroquine
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EscitalopramGatifloxacin
Severe

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EscitalopramChloroquine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rospram 20 Tablet:
Using Rospram 20 Tablet together with chloroquine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking chloroquine and Rospram 20 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.
EscitalopramGatifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rospram 20 Tablet:
Taking Gatifloxacin and Rospram 20 Tablet can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gatifloxacin and Rospram 20 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, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramBicalutamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rospram 20 Tablet:
Co-administration of bicalutamide and Rospram 20 Tablet together can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Bicalutamide and Rospram 20 Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EscitalopramHydroxychloroquine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rospram 20 Tablet:
The combined use of Rospram 20 Tablet and Hydroxychloroquine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rospram 20 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.
EscitalopramCitalopram
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rospram 20 Tablet:
Combining Citalopram with Rospram 20 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Rospram 20 Tablet and Citalopram, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm, stiffness, trouble coordinating movements, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea - contact your doctor right away. These symptoms could be a sign of a condition called serotonin syndrome or other complications. If you experience severe or prolonged diarrhea, vomiting, sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, seek medical help immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
EscitalopramCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rospram 20 Tablet:
Taking ceritinib together with Rospram 20 Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm and other side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ceritinib with Rospram 20 Tablet 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.
EscitalopramCiprofloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rospram 20 Tablet:
Using Rospram 20 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 Rospram 20 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.
EscitalopramFluphenazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rospram 20 Tablet:
Combining Fluphenazine with Rospram 20 Tablet can increase the risk of adverse effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rospram 20 Tablet with Fluphenazine together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms - dizziness, feeling lightheaded or faint, heart palpitations, irregular heart rhythm, difficulty breathing, a heart condition, or severe and prolonged diarrhea or vomiting, contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
EscitalopramDesipramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rospram 20 Tablet:
Combining Desipramine with Rospram 20 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Rospram 20 Tablet and Desipramine together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you notice any of these signs - confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm, stiffness, trouble coordinating movements, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, contact your doctor immediately. Also, be aware of any irregular heart rhythm, which may cause sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, or vomiting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
EscitalopramProchlorperazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rospram 20 Tablet:
Taking Prochlorperazine and Rospram 20 Tablet together can raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Prochlorperazine with Rospram 20 Tablet together 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 a doctor's advice.

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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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.

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

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

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

Rospram 20 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 Rospram 20 Tablet depending upon the type and severity of your symptoms.

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

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Special Advise

  • Rospram 20 Tablet causes drowsiness. Avoid doing activities that require your complete focus and attention like driving when on this drug.
  • An abrupt stoppage of Rospram 20 Tablet 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.
  • Rospram 20 Tablet 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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