S Citadep 20 Tablet (Escitalopram Oxalate 20mg)

S Citadep 20 Tablet is an antidepressant which is used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. It helps in optimizing the serotonin levels in the body. This belongs to the class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).

This medication can increase suicidal thoughts and behaviors especially amongst teenagers, children, and young adults if taken in excess amounts. Hence, this drug should only be taken under a doctor’s prescription.

This medication is normally prescribed to be taken once a day. The usual dose is 10-20 mg for adults as well as children. It is not suitable for everyone as it might cause harmful effects on people suffering from certain conditions.

If you are suffering from irregular heartbeats or are allergic to certain ingredients present in the medicine, it is advisable to consult with the doctor first. Also, this medication might have a harmful effect on a pregnant woman. Consult with the doctor if you have a history of liver disease or kidney disease.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

The medication can treat the below provided problems:

Depression

Anxiety

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Ocd)

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A patient can suffer from the following side effects:

Diarrhoea

Chills

Headache

Chest Pain

Shortness Of Breath

Change In Taste

Abdominal Pain

Acid Or Sour Stomach

Are there any missed dose instructions?

The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it’s already time for your next scheduled dose.

Are there any overdose instructions?

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

This medication is a selective inhibitor of serotonin (5-HT) re-uptake with high affinity for the primary binding site. It also binds to an allosteric site on the serotonin transporter, with a 1000 fold lower affinity.