Manufacturer: Pulse Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition : Escitalopram Oxalate(5mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
(Inclusive of all taxes)
Lexadep 5 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).
To get the most benefit, take this medicine regularly at the same time each day. Your doctor may advise you to take it in the morning if you have trouble sleeping. It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, fatigue, increased sweating, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), decreased sexual drive, delayed ejaculation, and women may experience difficulties achieving orgasm. Some people may experience sleepiness after taking this medicine. Let your doctor know straight away if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.
Before taking Lexadep 5 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, any heart problems, or are currently taking medicines for depression known as MAO inhibitors. These may affect your treatment. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.
Lexadep 5 Tablet 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.
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 Lexadep
Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm) in women
Decreased libido
Delayed ejaculation
Fatigue
Increased sweating
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nausea
Sleepiness
Citalopram hypersensitivity, escitalopram hypersensitivity. ...
Abrupt discontinuation. ...
Bipolar disorder, mania. ...
Children, growth inhibition, suicidal ideation. ...
MAOI therapy. ...
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), seizure disorder, seizures. ...
Dehydration, hyponatremia, hypovolemia.
Lexadep 5 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 Lexadep 5 Tablet.
Lexadep 5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Lexapro (escitalopram) is indicated for the acute and maintenance treatment of major depressive disorder in adults and in adolescents 12 to 17 years of age [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].
Bepridil.
Bromopride.
Cisapride.
Clorgyline.
Fluconazole.
Furazolidone.
Iproniazid.
Isocarboxazid.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Lexadep 5 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 Lexadep 5 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 Lexadep 5 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. Lexadep 5 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 Lexadep 5 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 Lexadep 5 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 Lexadep 5 Tablet?
The most common side effects of Lexadep 5 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 Lexadep 5 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 Lexadep 5 Tablet used for?
Lexadep 5 Tablet is used to treat depression and anxiety disorders such as social phobia, anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Q. Is Lexadep 5 Tablet dangerous?
The use of Lexadep 5 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 Lexadep 5 Tablet with your doctor before taking it. Remember that children younger than 12 years of age should not be given Lexadep 5 Tablet.
