ESCITALOPRAM OD Tablets 20mg "DSEP" [Generic LEXAPRO]

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Active ingredient
Escitalopram oxalate
Brand name medicine
 LEXAPRO
Effects of this medicine
・This medicine selectively inhibits the reuptake of serotonin and increases serotonergic activity in the brain, thereby making neurotransmission smooth, alleviating depressive mood, and improving symptoms such as anxiety.
・It is usually used for treatment of depression/depressed state and social anxiety disorder.
Dosing schedule (How to take this medicine)
・In general, for adults, take 1/2 tablet (10 mg of escitalopram) at a time once a day, after dinner. The dosage should be adjusted at intervals of 1 week or more according to your age and symptoms. The maximum daily dosage is 1 tablet (20 mg) once a day. Strictly follow the instructions.
・Since the tablet dissolves in saliva when you place it on your tongue, you can take it without water. You can also take it with water. Do not take the tablet without water when you are lying down.
・If you miss a dose, take a dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. You should never take two doses at one time.
Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist
・If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines or foods.
・If you are within 14 days after stopping monoamine oxidase inhibitor medication.
・If you have QT interval prolongation (congenital long QT syndrome etc.), arrhythmia such as bradycardia or its history, congestive heart failure, hypokalemia, liver dysfunction, renal dysfunction, suicidal thoughts/suicide attempt or its history, bipolar illness (also called manic-depressive illness), predisposition of organic brain disorder or schizophrenia, highly impulsive comorbid disorders, convulsive disorders such as epilepsy or its history, bleeding tendency or suspected hemorrhagic disorders, angle-closure glaucoma.
・If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
・If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)
Precautions while taking this medicine
・Sleepiness or dizziness may occur after taking the medicine. Be aware of operating dangerous machinery such as driving a car.
・Alcohol may intensify medicine's effect. Avoid alcohol during medication.
・St. John's wort may intensify the action on serotonin. Avoid eating any food product containing St. John's wort.
・The following symptoms may appear: anxiety, irritability, impatient, excitability, panic attacks, insomnia, disturbance in mood or body with the slightest stimulations, animosity, aggression, impulsive behavior, restlessness, continued abnormally elated mood, etc. If any of these symptoms is observed, consult with your doctor.
Storage conditions and other information
・Keep out of the reach of children. Store away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
・Discard the remainder. Do not store them. If you do not know how to discard, seek advice of your pharmacy or medical institution. Do not give the unused medicines to others.
・Family members are advised to remain in close contact with a doctor since patients may show behavioral changes such as suicidal thoughts or aggression, or worsening of depression or depressive states etc.