Escitalopram 5mg Tablets

Product Introduction

Escitalopram 5mg is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used for depression and anxiety disorders. It addresses persistent low mood, loss of interest and excessive worry that interfere with everyday life. Treatment is taken regularly rather than only during an episode of anxiety.

How to use

Swallow the tablet with water once daily, at a consistent morning or evening time. It can be taken with or without food; a meal may make nausea easier to tolerate. The starting dose is often lower than the eventual maintenance dose, with increases spaced to assess response.

How it works

Escitalopram reduces the reuptake of serotonin into nerve cells. This increases serotonin signalling between cells in brain pathways involved in mood and anxiety regulation.

Side effects

Nausea, headache, altered sleep, sweating, tiredness and sexual difficulties can occur. Urgent symptoms include suicidal thoughts, severe agitation with fever and muscle stiffness, seizures, or an irregular heartbeat.

Important information

Tell your doctor about bipolar disorder, seizures, heart-rhythm problems, low sodium, bleeding disorders, pregnancy and breastfeeding. MAO inhibitors, linezolid, tramadol, other serotonergic antidepressants and St John's wort can cause important interactions. Aspirin, NSAIDs and anticoagulants can increase bleeding risk. Alcohol can worsen impaired alertness.