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Composition:

ESCITALOPRAM-10MG

Uses:

<p>Nexito Tablet is used in the treatment of depression, mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. The detailed uses of Nexito Tablet are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Depression Treatment: </strong>Nexito Tablet is frequently prescribed to improve mood and mental health by reducing the symptoms of major depressive illness.</li><li><strong>Anxiety Management: </strong>This medication helps lessen excessive worry and symptoms associated with generalised anxiety disorder (GAD).</li><li><strong>OCD Management: </strong>Nexito Tablet can be prescribed to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), which lowers the frequency and severity of compulsive behaviours and obsessive thoughts.</li><li><strong>Panic Disorder: </strong>By lowering the frequency of panic attacks and the distress they cause, the medicine can help treat panic disorder.</li><li><strong>Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): </strong>Nexito Tablet can assist people with PTSD manage their anxiety and distress from painful memories as part of their treatment approach.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Nexito 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. Nexito 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.

FAQs

Nexito Tablet is used in the treatment of depression and other mental health conditions, such as anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It works by increasing serotonin levels and alleviates symptoms of mental health conditions.

It takes about 2-4 weeks before you start feeling better. Do not stop this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may lead to unpleasant side effects.

Nexito Tablet is not advised in cases if a person is allergic to Nexito Tablet , has epilepsy, or are having electroconvulsive treatment as Nexito Tablet may increase your risk of having a seizure. Nexito Tablet should not be taken by a person having heart problems as taking Nexito Tablet can speed up or change the heartbeat. It should not be given to a person having a low heart rate along with symptoms of diarrhoea and vomiting, pregnant women, trying to get pregnant, breastfeeding, or having eye problems such as glaucoma. In diabetics, it can cause difficulty in keeping stable blood sugar levels.

Nexito Tablet should be preferably taken in the morning as taking it at night can keep you awake till late. It is better to take it at a fixed time.

Certain side effects of Nexito Tablet can be dealt with with simple tips, such as if you experience dry mouth, you can chew sugar-free gum or take sugar-free sweets. If you are sweating a lot while taking Nexito Tablet , wear loose clothing and use a strong antiperspirant. If you are unable to sleep after taking Nexito Tablet , prefer to take it in the morning to avoid sleep disturbances. If you feel sleepy after taking Nexito Tablet , avoid taking it in the evening and limit your alcohol intake. If you feel tired or weak after taking Nexito Tablet , sit or lie down until you feel better. If you feel that the side effects are worsening, please consult your doctor.

Taking Nexito Tablet in more than the recommended dose can cause unpleasant side effects such as dizziness, tremor, agitation, convulsion, coma, nausea, vomiting, changes in heart rhythm, decreased blood pressure, and a change in body fluid/salt balance.

Initially, Nexito Tablet can make you feel less hungry, which can cause you to lose weight. After some days, you might gain weight as your appetite returns. Please consult your doctor if you experience too much weight loss or gain.

Yes, Nexito Tablet might cause memory problems, headache, confusion, trouble concentrating, weakness, or unsteadiness.

Nexito Tablet should be taken as per the advice of your doctor. Once you start feeling better, you might have to continue it for several months to prevent the symptoms from returning. Your doctor will advise you on how much time you need to continue Nexito Tablet , depending upon the type and severity of your symptoms.

If you miss a dose of Nexito Tablet , do not take a double dose of Nexito Tablet . If you remember the missed dose before sleeping, take it at that time and take Nexito Tablet at the same time the next day which you took earlier. If you remember the missed dose the next day, leave the skipped dose and continue with the next dose.

Yes, it is very important to inform your doctor if you are planning to get pregnant and are taking Nexito Tablet . It is not advised to take this medicine in pregnancy as it might pose a risk to the unborn baby. However, please consult your doctor before you stop taking Nexito Tablet as the sudden stoppage of this medicine can lead to unpleasant side effects.

The common side effects of Nexito Tablet include nausea, headaches, excessive sweating, dry mouth, feeling sleepy, being unable to sleep, and feeling tired or weak. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Nexito Tablet usage in children, adolescents, and young adults may increase the risk of suicidal tendencies. Thus, Nexito Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Always, discuss the risks and benefits of taking Nexito Tablet with your doctor before using it.

You are recommended not to stop taking Nexito Tablet abruptly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Even though the withdrawal symptoms are usually mild and subside within 2 weeks, do not stop it without consulting your doctor. Your doctor will gradually reduce the dose.

The withdrawal symptoms include sleep disturbances like vivid dreams, nightmares, and inability to sleep; dizziness; headaches and anxiety. Additionally, you may get electric shock sensations and burning sensations. Other possible withdrawal symptoms include sweating including night sweats, nausea, restlessness or agitation, irritability, tremors, confusion, diarrhoea, palpitations and visual disturbances.