Product Description
Depsit 5mg Tablet contains escitalopram, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression and anxiety disorders. It helps improve mood, reduce anxiety, and enhance overall 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 works by increasing serotonin levels in the brain, resulting in:
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Improved mood
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Reduced anxiety and stress
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Better 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 ¬ ¢ Often started at a low dose (5mg) and adjusted gradually
Possible Side Effects
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Nausea
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Insomnia or drowsiness
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 ¬ ¢ Caution in severe liver disease
Precautions
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Monitor for suicidal thoughts, especially early treatment
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Use cautiously in patients with epilepsy
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Avoid alcohol
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Dose adjustment may be needed in elderly or liver impairment
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 discontinue abruptlyà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â‚¬ tapering required
Important Note
à ¢Ã¢â€š ¬ ¢ Prescription Required