Escitalopram Oxalate
Information about Escitalopram Oxalate
Escitalopram Oxalate Uses
Escitalopram Oxalate is used in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobia, post traumatic stress disorder and Panic disorder.
How Escitalopram Oxalate works
Escitalopram Oxalate 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.
Common side effects of Escitalopram Oxalate
Fatigue, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Nausea, Ejaculation disorder, Abnormal dreams, Anxiety, Diarrhea, Headache, Weight gain, Inflammation of the nose
Available Medicine for Escitalopram Oxalate
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S-CelepraMicro Labs Ltd
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RecitaIpca Laboratories Ltd
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Expert advice for Escitalopram Oxalate
- 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.
- The addiction or dependence potential of Escitalopram Oxalate is very less.
- It has a lower chance of causing sexual dysfunction than other similar medications.
- 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 Escitalopram Oxalate 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 Escitalopram Oxalate, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Escitalopram Oxalate, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
- The addiction/dependence potential of Escitalopram Oxalate is very less.