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Escitalent Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anxiety, Mental Illness.
The optimal dosage of Escitalent Plus is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Escitalent Plus as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Escitalent Plus are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Escitalent Plus's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Escitalent Plus has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Escitalent Plus related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Escitalent Plus contraindications section.
Besides this, Escitalent Plus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Escitalent Plus is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Escitalent Plus is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Escitalent Plus safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Escitalent Plus. It is best to stop taking Escitalent Plus immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Escitalent Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Escitalent Plus can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Escitalent Plus on the Kidneys?
Escitalent Plus rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Escitalent Plus on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Escitalent Plus. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Escitalent Plus on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Escitalent Plus on the heart have been reported.
Escitalent Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Escitalent Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Escitalent Plus habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Escitalent Plus. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Escitalent Plus you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Escitalent Plus only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Escitalent Plus can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Escitalent Plus
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Escitalent Plus, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Escitalent Plus
Taking alcohol with Escitalent Plus can be dangerous.
Escitalent Plus comes in form of a tablet and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with chronic pulmonary insufficiency, personality disorders, muscle weakness, impaired liver or kidney function. Do not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it can cause drowsiness or sedation.
Yes, Escitalent Plus causes erectile dysfunction because of its effects on endocrine gland. If you experience erectile dysfunction after taking it, do not stop the drug without consulting your doctor. Discuss with your doctor, he/she will provide you solutions or prescribe alternative medicines.
No, Escitalent Plus, does not cause stomach upset. For mild stomach upset you are advised to eat light and non-spicy meals along with this drug initially. But if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Escitalent Plus causes drowsiness, dizziness or sedation. It is one of the most common side effects of this medicine. Do not drive vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine.
Escitalent Plus works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing relief from sleeplessness and anxiety to the patient.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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