Product Description
Depsit 10mg Tablet contains escitalopram, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression and anxiety disorders. It helps improve mood, reduce anxiety, and restore emotional balance.
Uses
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Major depressive disorder
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Panic disorder
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Social anxiety disorder
How It Works
Escitalopram increases serotonin levels in the brain, leading to:
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Improved mood
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Reduced anxiety
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Enhanced emotional stability
Dosage & Administration
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Take as prescribed by your doctor
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Usually taken once daily
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Can be taken with or without food
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Swallow with water
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Dose may be adjusted based on response
Possible Side Effects
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Nausea
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Drowsiness or insomnia
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Dizziness
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Dry mouth
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Sexual dysfunction
When Not to Use
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Allergy to escitalopram
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Use with MAO inhibitors or within 14 days
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Severe liver disease unless advised
Precautions
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Monitor for suicidal thoughts, especially early treatment
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Use cautiously in epilepsy
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Avoid alcohol
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Dose adjustment may be required in elderly patients
Warnings
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ May take 2à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â‚¬Å“4 weeks for full effect
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Risk of serotonin syndrome
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Do not stop abruptlyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â‚¬ gradual tapering required
Important Note
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Prescription Required