Ecitel 10mg Tablet
Product introduction
Ecitel 10mg Tablet is widely prescribed to treat depression and other mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It is a type of antidepressant known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).
Ecitel 10mg Tablet helps recover from depression by improving mood and relieving anxiety and tension. It can be taken with or without food. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor based on the amount needed to control your symptoms. Your doctor may start you on a lower dose and increase it gradually. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well. Doing so may make your condition worse or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances.
To get the most benefit, take this medicine regularly at the same time each day. Your doctor may advise you to take it in the morning if you have trouble sleeping. It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, fatigue, increased sweating, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), decreased sexual drive, delayed ejaculation, and women may experience difficulties achieving orgasm. Some people may experience sleepiness after taking this medicine. Let your doctor know straight away if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.
Before taking Ecitel 10mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor 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. These may affect your treatment. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.
Uses of Ecitel Tablet
- Depression
- Anxiety disorder
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Phobia
- Post traumatic stress disorder
- Treatment of Panic disorder
Benefits of Ecitel Tablet
In Treatment of Panic disorder
Ecitel 10mg Tablet can help relieve symptoms of many panic disorders including panic attacks. It can help you feel calmer and improve your ability to deal with problems. Do not stop taking it, even when you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.
Side effects of Ecitel Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ecitel
- Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm) in women
- Decreased libido
- Delayed ejaculation
- Fatigue
- Increased sweating
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Nausea
- Sleepiness
How to use Ecitel Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ecitel 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Ecitel Tablet works
Ecitel 10mg Tablet is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ecitel 10mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ecitel 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ecitel 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ecitel 10mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ecitel 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ecitel 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Ecitel 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ecitel 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Ecitel Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Ecitel 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Take it in the morning since it can keep you awake if taken late at night.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- It has a lower chance of causing sexual dysfunction than other similar medications.
- The addiction or dependence potential of Ecitel 10mg Tablet is very less.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
- Some people can develop dizziness or drowsiness after taking this medicine. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you
- It can take 2-3 weeks for Ecitel 10mg Tablet to start working.
- Do not stop treatment suddenly as this may cause upset stomach, flu-like withdrawal symptoms and sleep disturbance.
- If your doctor asks you to stop Ecitel 10mg Tablet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Ecitel 10mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
- The addiction/dependence potential of Ecitel 10mg Tablet is very less.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenylbutylamine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Selective Seretonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Ecitel with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Aripiprazole with Escitalopram Oxalate.
Both Aripiprazole and Escitalopram Oxalate can affect heart rhythm and if taken together this may be fatal.
Do not consume Moclobemide with Escitalopram Oxalate. If Moclobemide is essential, ensure a gap of at least 1 week after discontinuing Escitalopram Oxalate. Please consult your doc
Do not consume Thioridazine with Escitalopram Oxalate.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Amiodarone with Escitalopram Oxalate.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Escitalopram Oxalate with Apomorphine.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Patient concerns
FAQs
How long does it take for Ecitel 10mg Tablet to work?
Usually, it will take about 2-4 weeks before you start feeling better, however, full benefits may take a little longer. Therefore, do not stop taking Ecitel 10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Talk to your doctor if taking the medicine does not make you feel better or you feel worse even after taking the medicine.
What are the most common side effects of Ecitel 10mg Tablet?
The most common side effects of Ecitel 10mg Tablet are headache and nausea. Other common side effects include blocked or runny nose, decreased or increased appetite, anxiety, restlessness, and abnormal dreams. You may also experience sleepiness or difficulty falling asleep, dizziness, yawning, tremors, diarrhea, or constipation. Other side effects of Ecitel 10mg Tablet may be vomiting, dry mouth, increased sweating, fatigue, fever, increase in weight, and pain in muscles and joints. Using this medicine may even cause delayed ejaculation, problems with erection, decreased sexual drive and women may experience difficulty in achieving orgasm.
What is Ecitel 10mg Tablet used for?
Ecitel 10mg Tablet is used to treat depression and anxiety disorders such as social phobia, anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Is Ecitel 10mg Tablet dangerous?
The use of Ecitel 10mg Tablet in children, adolescents, and young adults may increase their risk of experiencing suicidal tendencies. You should always discuss the risks and benefits of taking Ecitel 10mg Tablet with your doctor before taking it. Remember that children younger than 12 years of age should not be given Ecitel 10mg Tablet.
Is Ecitel 10mg Tablet better taken at night or in the morning?
It is usually recommended to take Ecitel 10mg Tablet once a day in the morning since it can keep you awake if taken late at night. You can take it with or without food. You should prefer to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it.
Can I stop taking Ecitel 10mg Tablet on my own?
Ecitel 10mg Tablet should not be stopped abruptly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Though the withdrawal symptoms are usually mild and disappear within 2 weeks, it is not recommended to stop it without consulting your doctor. You should rather consult your doctor who will reduce the dose gradually.
What are the withdrawal symptoms one may experience?
The withdrawal symptoms include dizziness, sleep disturbances like vivid dreams, nightmares and inability to sleep, anxiety, and headaches. You may also get burning sensations and electric shock sensations. Withdrawal symptoms may also include nausea, sweating including night sweats, restlessness or agitation, tremors, confusion, irritability, diarrhea, visual disturbances, and palpitations.
What if I accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Ecitel 10mg Tablet?
If you accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Ecitel 10mg Tablet, seek immediate medical attention in a nearby hospital or call your doctor immediately. The symptoms of overdose dizziness, tremor, agitation, convulsion, coma, nausea, and vomiting. You may also experience changes in heart rhythm, decreased blood pressure, and change in body fluid/salt balance.
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Country of origin: India
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