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Composition :

ESCITALOPRAM-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

Therapeutic Class

PSYCHOTHERAPEUTICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

142 Ab, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra
Other Info - REC0398

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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is not recommended to take alcohol with Recita 10 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Recita 10 Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy. However, if you were already taking this medicine before becoming pregnant, do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor. It can pose a small risk of problems for an unborn baby. Your doctor might prescribe you this medicine in pregnancy depending upon your condition as it is important to stay well in pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Recita 10 Tablet passes into breast milk in very small amounts and might cause side effects in breastfed babies. It can be prescribed if the baby is healthy. However, if after taking Recita 10 Tablet , the baby isn't feeding well as usual, or is sleeping a lot than normal, please consult your doctor.

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Driving

Unsafe

It is not recommended to drive after taking Recita 10 Tablet as it may cause drowsiness and interfere with your driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Recita 10 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Recita 10 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions as dose adjustment might be required.

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Children

Unsafe

Recita 10 Tablet is not recommended in children below 12 years of age.

About Recita 10 Tablet

Recita 10 Tablet is a type of antidepressant which belongs to the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) and is primarily used in the treatment of depression and other mental health conditions which include anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Depression is a mood disorder that affects day to day life of a person. A person may have symptoms such as feeling sad or feeling of loss and might have mood swings. Anxiety is defined as an emotion that is characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and symptoms like increased blood pressure. Anxiety disorder also includes panic disorder which is characterized by sudden feelings of terror. In Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a person feels the need to think or perform things repeatedly.

Recita 10 Tablet works by increasing serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain which is responsible for improving the mood and physical symptoms of depression. It is also responsible for relieving symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

You can take Recita 10 Tablet with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience a decreased or increased appetite, weight gain, pain, sweating, fatigue, or high fever. Most of these side effects of Recita 10 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Try not to stop taking Recita 10 Tablet  of your own as it may lead to unpleasant side effects. Let your doctor know about this, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. let your doctor know if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, any heart problems, or are currently taking medicines for depression known as MAO inhibitors (such as Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline) or problems with alcohol or other prescription drugs. These may affect your treatment also Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Recita 10 Tablet .

Uses of Recita 10 Tablet

Depression, Mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder

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Medicinal Benefits

Recita 10 Tablet is a type of antidepressant which belongs to the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) and is primarily used in the treatment of depression and other mental health conditions which include anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Recita 10 Tablet works by increasing serotonin levels. Serotonin is a chemical messenger in the brain which is responsible for improving the mood and physical symptoms of depression. It is also responsible for relieving symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

Directions for Use

Always take Recita 10 Tablet exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets on the basis of your medical condition. Swallow Recita 10 Tablet with a full glass of water.

Side Effects of Recita 10 Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Blocked or runny nose (sinusitis)
  • Increased or decreased appetite
  • Anxiety
  • Restlessness

Drug Warnings

Taking Recita 10 Tablet should be avoided in patients having epilepsy (Brain disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures), impaired liver or kidney function, diabetes, decreased level of sodium in the blood, tendency to easily develop bleedings or bruises, patients receiving electroconvulsive treatment, having coronary heart disease, suffering or have suffered from heart problems or have recently had a heart attack, having a low resting heart-rate, prolonged severe diarrhoea, and vomiting (Being sick) or using diuretics (water tablets), experiencing a fast or irregular heartbeat, fainting, collapse, or dizziness on standing up, which may indicate abnormal functioning of the heart rate, having or previously had eye problems, such as certain kinds of glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Recita 10 Tablet:
Combining Rizatriptan with Recita 10 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Recita 10 Tablet and Rizatriptan, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms like confusion, hallucination, fits, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, shaking of hands and legs, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Recita 10 Tablet:
Combining Halothane with Recita 10 Tablet can increase the risk of negative side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Recita 10 Tablet and Halothane, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - dizziness, an irregular heart rhythm, a heart condition, conduction abnormalities, severe or prolonged diarrhea, vomiting, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath or heart palpitations - contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
EscitalopramProtriptyline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Recita 10 Tablet:
Taking Protriptyline and Recita 10 Tablet may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Recita 10 Tablet with Protriptyline together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Recita 10 Tablet:
Using Recita 10 Tablet together with chloroquine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking chloroquine and Recita 10 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Recita 10 Tablet:
The combined use of Recita 10 Tablet and Hydroxychloroquine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Recita 10 Tablet and Hydroxychloroquine can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
EscitalopramDihydroergotamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Recita 10 Tablet:
Combining Dihydroergotamine with Recita 10 Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Recita 10 Tablet with Dihydroergotamine can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms, like feeling confused, seeing things that aren't there, having seizures, a fast heartbeat, or a high fever, contact your doctor immediately. Other symptoms to watch out for include sweating a lot, shaking, having trouble seeing clearly, muscle spasms, feeling stiff, having trouble moving, stomach cramps, feeling sick or having diarrhea. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Recita 10 Tablet:
The use of Recita 10 Tablet, together with Osimertinib, may raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Recita 10 Tablet with Osimertinib can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms, contact your doctor right away. These symptoms include dizziness, an irregular heart rhythm, a heart condition, severe or prolonged diarrhea, vomiting, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Recita 10 Tablet:
Taking Recita 10 Tablet with Methylene blue can increase the effects of serotonin(a chemical produced in the brain) in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Recita 10 Tablet with Methylene blue together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact your doctor if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucinations, seizures, and increased heart rate. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Recita 10 Tablet:
Taking Gatifloxacin and Recita 10 Tablet can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gatifloxacin and Recita 10 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Recita 10 Tablet:
When Clozapine is taken with Recita 10 Tablet, it can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Clozapine and Recita 10 Tablet, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENELZINE
  • IPRONIAZID
  • TRANYLCYPROMINE
  • SELEGILINE
  • LINEZOLID
  • LITHIUM
  • TRYPTOPHAN
  • IMIPRAMINE
  • DESIPRAMINE
  • SUMATRIPTAN
  • TRAMADOL
  • CIMETIDINE
  • LANSOPRAZOLE
  • OMEPRAZOLE
  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • TICLOPIDINE
  • WARFARIN
  • DIPYRIDAMOLE
  • PHENPROCOUMON
  • MEFLOQUINE
  • FLECAINIDE
  • PROPAFENONE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Recita 10 Tablet causes drowsiness. Avoid doing activities that require your complete focus and attention like driving when on this drug.
  • An abrupt stoppage of Recita 10 Tablet can lead to significant withdrawal symptoms. Always discuss with your doctor about decreasing the dosage before completely stopping its usage.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while on this medication as it can lead to dangerous side effects.
  • Recita 10 Tablet is unsafe for usage if you're pregnant or are planning to get pregnant. Discuss with your doctor in such situations about changing/replacing the medicine with safer alternatives.
  • Do not self-medicate.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Doing regular exercise can help lower anxiety by releasing endorphins and improving sleep.
  • Find humour in your daily life. Try to watch light-hearted shows to help relieve stress.
  • You can try increasing your mindfulness by including yoga, meditation, cognitive therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
  • Drink enough water to stay hydrated, and limit or avoid alcohol and caffeine to relieve anxiety.
  • Include a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits. This is a healthier option than eating many simple carbohydrates in processed foods.
  • Herbs like turmeric, ginger, and chamomile contain anti-inflammatory properties. Including these stuff in meals can reduce inflammation caused due to anxiety disorder.
  • Reduce your alcohol, caffeine, added sugar, high salt, and high fat intake. Significantly transfat may help also help reduce inflammation.
  • You can include antioxidants in your daily diet, like ashwagandha, omega-3 fatty acids, green tea, and lemon balm.
  • Try to spend time with your friends and family. Having a solid social network may help you lower your risk of anxiety.

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