Manufacturer: Wockhardt Ltd
Salt Composition : Escitalopram Oxalate(5mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Citawok 5mg 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 (anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances, etc).
Escitalopram increases intrasynaptic levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin by blocking the reuptake of the neurotransmitter into the presynaptic neuron.
The single- and multiple-dose pharmacokinetics of escitalopram are linear and dose-proportional in a dose range of 10 to 30 mg/day. Biotransformation of escitalopram is mainly hepatic, with a mean terminal half-life of about 27-32 hours.
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 Citawok
Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm) in women
Decreased libido
Delayed ejaculation
Fatigue
Increased sweating
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nausea
Sleepiness
a disorder with excess antidiuretic hormone called syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone.
low amount of magnesium in the blood.
low amount of sodium in the blood.
low amount of potassium in the blood.
an increased risk of bleeding.
manic behavior.
Citawok 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.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Citawok 5mg Tablet.
Citawok 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.
Escitalopram is indicated for both acute and maintenance treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) and for the acute treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It is additionally indicated for symptomatic relief of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in Canada.
Some products that may interact with this drug include: other drugs that can cause bleeding/bruising (including antiplatelet drugs such as clopidogrel, NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, "blood thinners" such as warfarin). Aspirin can increase the risk of bleeding when used with this medication.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Citawok 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Citawok 5mg 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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines
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 Citawok 5mg 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
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. Citawok 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. How long does it take for Citawok 5mg 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 Citawok 5mg 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.
Q. What are the most common side effects of Citawok 5mg Tablet?
The most common side effects of Citawok 5mg 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 Citawok 5mg 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.
Q. What is Citawok 5mg Tablet used for?
Citawok 5mg Tablet is used to treat depression and anxiety disorders such as social phobia, anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Q. Is Citawok 5mg Tablet dangerous?
The use of Citawok 5mg 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 Citawok 5mg Tablet with your doctor before taking it. Remember that children younger than 12 years of age should not be given Citawok 5mg Tablet.
