S-CITADEP 10MG TAB

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Treatment of depression (major depressive disorder) and anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder (as prescribed).

Escitalopram is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It increases serotonin levels in the brain by reducing its reuptake into nerve cells, helping improve mood and reduce anxiety symptoms. Clinical benefit usually builds up over 1–4 weeks.

Take by mouth exactly as prescribed, usually once daily at the same time each day, with or without food. Swallow with water; do not stop suddenly without medical advice. If you miss a dose, take it when remembered unless it is near the next dose; do not double dose.

Nausea, headache, dry mouth, dizziness, sleepiness, insomnia, increased sweating, diarrhea or constipation, fatigue, decreased appetite, sexual dysfunction (reduced libido/delayed ejaculation)

Prescription medicine. May increase risk of suicidal thoughts/behavior especially in young adults early in treatment or during dose changes—seek help for worsening mood, agitation, self-harm thoughts. Do not use with MAO inhibitors, linezolid or IV methylene blue; allow adequate washout. Risk of serotonin syndrome (agitation, fever, tremor, diarrhea) especially with other serotonergic drugs. Can cause QT prolongation—use caution in heart rhythm problems, low potassium/magnesium, or with QT-prolonging medicines. May cause hyponatremia (especially elderly/diuretics) and increased bleeding risk (with NSAIDs/anticoagulants). Avoid abrupt discontinuation due to withdrawal symptoms. Use caution in bipolar disorder (may trigger mania), seizures, liver impairment.