Cipralex Tablets 10mg

Product Description

Product Name: Cipralex Tablets 10mg 

Product Form: Tablets

Pack Size: 14's

Manufactured By: Lundbeck Pakistan

Used For:

• Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): Cipralex is commonly used to treat depression, helping to improve mood, sleep, and energy levels by balancing serotonin levels in the brain.
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): It also helps reduce excessive worrying and anxiety.
• Panic Disorder: Escitalopram is effective in managing symptoms of panic attacks.
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): It is sometimes prescribed to reduce obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.

Side Effects:

Common side effects may include:

• Nausea: This is one of the most frequently reported side effects.
• Fatigue or drowsiness: You may feel unusually tired or sleepy.
• Dry mouth: A common but manageable side effect.
• Dizziness or lightheadedness: Especially when first starting the medication.
• Sexual dysfunction: Reduced libido or difficulty with sexual performance.

Less common but more serious side effects include:

• Serotonin syndrome: Excessive serotonin levels, leading to symptoms like agitation, confusion, rapid heart rate, and sweating (rare but serious).
• Suicidal thoughts: Particularly in younger individuals (under 25), SSRIs like Cipralex can increase the risk of suicidal thoughts, especially when first starting.

Precautions:

• Allergies: Avoid Cipralex if you are allergic to escitalopram or other SSRIs.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Consult your doctor if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, as it can pass into breast milk.
• Drug interactions: Inform your doctor if you're taking other medications, particularly MAO inhibitors, other SSRIs, or medications that affect serotonin.
• Alcohol: Avoid alcohol while taking Cipralex, as it can worsen side effects like dizziness or drowsiness.
• Withdrawal symptoms: Do not stop taking Cipralex suddenly, as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, dizziness, and headaches.