Escitalopram
ESCITALOPRAM
Overview:
Escitalopram is a medicine that helps people who are feeling very down, anxious, or overwhelmed. This medicine is mostly used for treating depression and general anxiety.It helps increase the amount of serotonin, a natural substance in your brain that helps you feel happier and more relaxed.
Classification:Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)
Uses:
Escitalopram can be used to assist individuals undergoing depression or anxiety.When you experience continuous anxiety, negative thoughts, or you are simply fatigued, escitalopram can be of benefit. Doctors even may prescribe it in case of such conditions as panic attacks, OCD or social fear – just according to what you are experiencing.
How it works:
Escitalopram works by helping your brain keep more of a natural chemical called serotonin. Serotonin helps you stay emotionally steady, feel at ease, and rest properly at night.. When there’s not enough, you might feel blue, restless, or easily stressed out.Escitalopram helps raise those levels by stopping your brain from clearing it away too quickly.
Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects:
Nausea or upset stomach
Feeling tired or sleepy
Trouble sleeping (or vivid dreams)
Dry mouth
Dizziness
Precautions:But before using Escitalopram, advise your doctor about any heart, liver or seizure-related problems you may have, as well as your pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not forget to inform about the presence of other drugs which you use as some of them may interact. Within the first few weeks, inform your doctor immediately when your mood becomes worse or when you experience some unusual thoughts or feelings. Do Not use alcohol and do not quit the medicine without any advice from the doctor.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.
