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Esna 5 MG Tablet

Manufactured by: Triton Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Composition: Escitalopram
Prescription Required: Yes
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Description

Esna 5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of depression and generalized anxiety disorders. It should be started at lower doses and gradually increased. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like mood changes, irritability, dizziness, numbness in the hands or feet, and difficulty in falling asleep.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Esna 5 MG Tablet

  • Confusionsevererare
  • Convulsionssevererare
  • Decreased urine outputsevererare
  • Fast heartbeatsevererare
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Dry mouth
  • Excessive air or gas in stomach
  • Decreased appetite
  • Joint pain
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Esna 5 MG Tablet

Onset of action

The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 5 hours after multiple dosing.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of 4 to 5 days.

Safe with alcohol?

moderate
Consumption of alcohol with Esna 5 MG Tablet is not recommended as it increases the risk of side effects of this medicine like dizziness, drowsiness.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine should be taken by pregnant women only if clearly needed.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is known to excreted in human breast milk. It should be taken only if clearly needed. Monitoring of undesired effects like drowsiness is necessary.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Esna 5 MG Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Esna 5 MG Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.
Elorpax 5 MG Tablet
Sanofi India Ltd.
Newcita 5 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Recita 5 MG Tablet
Ipca Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
Stalopam 5 MG Tablet
Lupin Ltd.
Szetalo 5 MG Tablet
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Esna 5 MG Tablet

  • Generalized anxiety disorder

    Esna 5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder which is an illness characterized by excessive worry or tension that disturbs daily life.

  • Depression

    Esna 5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of depression which is an illness characterized by sadness, loss of interest, irritability, and sleeplessness.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Esna 5 MG Tablet

  • Allergy

    Avoid if you have a known allergy to Esna 5 MG Tablet or other medicines of the same class (SSRI).

  • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors

    Do not take are taking MAOIs like selegiline, moclobemide with Esna 5 MG Tablet or within 14 days of stopping Esna 5 MG Tablet. Also, do not take Esna 5 MG Tablet within 14 days of stopping MAOIs.

  • Pimozide

    Do not take these medicines together due to the increased risk of QT prolongation.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    If you miss a dose of Esna 5 MG Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

  • Overdose

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

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcoholmoderate

  • Description

    - Use of CNS active agents with alcohol may increase the risk of side effects of these agents.

  • Instructions

    - Consumption of alcohol with Esna 5 MG Tablet is not recommended as it increases the risk of side effects of this medicine like dizziness, drowsiness.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

  • Depression

    severe
    Use with caution in adults and pediatrics with depression as it may worsen the symptoms. Close monitoring of these symptoms or any changes in the behavior is necessary. Discontinue the medicine if symptoms persist.

  • Seizure disorders

    moderate
    Esna 5 MG Tablet is not recommended in patients with unstable epilepsy or in patients who develops seizures for the first time.

Food interactions

  • Information not available.

Lab interactions

  • Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Esna 5 MG Tablet with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine should be taken by pregnant women only if clearly needed.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is known to excreted in human breast milk. It should be taken only if clearly needed. Monitoring of undesired effects like drowsiness is necessary.

General warnings

  • Pediatric population

    - Esna 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for children under the age of 12 years.

  • Diabetes

    - Esna 5 MG Tablet will alter the blood glucose levels. Use with caution if you are diabetic..

  • Bleeding abnormality

    - Esna 5 MG Tablet may increase the risk of bleeding. Use with caution if you suffering from bleeding disorders or concomitant use of aspirin, NSAIDS and other anticoagulants.

  • Angle-closure glaucoma

    - Use with caution if you are suffering from angle-closure glaucoma or have a history of glaucoma.

  • Suicidal tendency

    - Studies show that these medicines may increase the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults (age between 18 to 24) with major depressive disorder (MDD) and other psychiatric disorders.

  • Impaired kidney and liver function

    - Use with caution in severe kidney disease and liver disease.

Other details

  • Food timings: Information not available
  • Administration time: Information not available
  • Sleep inducing: Information not available

How it works

It works by increasing the amount of a chemical substance in the brain which helps in maintaining the mental balance.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
Schedule
Schedule H

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