Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet
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Introduction of Escitafol Tablet
Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used for the treatment of depression and anxiety disorder. It helps to increase the level of chemical messengers in the brain which improves mood and physical symptoms.
Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet is a combination of selective seretonin reuptake inhibitors and folic acid (L-methyl folate).
Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet is a combination of selective seretonin reuptake inhibitors and folic acid (L-methyl folate).
Uses of Escitafol Tablet
Benefits of Escitafol Tablet
In Depression
Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet works by affecting the balance of certain chemicals (such as serotonin) in the brain. It helps improve mood and feelings of wellbeing, relieve anxiety and tension, helps you sleep better, and increase your energy level. It is an effective antidepressant but may cause drowsiness. It also contains nutritional supplements that improve nerve conduction and makes you feel better. You need to take it regularly as it is prescribed for it to be most effective and should not stop taking it suddenly.
In Anxiety disorder
Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet stops your brain from releasing the chemicals that make you feel anxious so it can reduce the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, feeling irritable and sleep problems that often come with Anxiety Disorder. It will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.
Side effects of Escitafol 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 Escitafol
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Delayed ejaculation
- Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm)
- Low sexual desire
How to use Escitafol 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. Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg 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
Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg 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
Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Escitafol Tablet
- Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of depression and anxiety.
- It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
- Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
- If you have diabetes, you will be asked to monitor your blood glucose level regularly as Escitafol 10mg/7.5mg Tablet may affect the levels of sugar in your blood.
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