Citanew 10mg tablet

Description

Citanew 10 mg tablet is an antidepressant, that contains escitalopram. Citanew 10 mg tablet is an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) antidepressant medicine used to treat depression as well as generalized anxiety disorders, which cause prolonged and extreme worry regarding everyday events and situations. Citanew 10 mg tablet functions by boosting the amount of serotonin in your brain, which aids in mental balance. It may boost your energy, make you feel better, and reduce your nervousness.   

Citanew 10 mg tablet is used to treat the following conditions:

• Depression
• Obsessive compulsive disorder
• Generalized anxiety disorder

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Directions For Use

• Citanew 10 mg tablet should be taken either with food or without food as advised by your doctor, typically once a day in the morning or in the evening. The dosage is determined by your health condition, treatment response, laboratory tests, age and any other medicines you are currently taking.
• Take Citanew 10 mg tablet precisely as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow the tablet with water.
• Do not crush, chew or break the tablet.
• Do not discontinue taking Citanew 10 mg tablet without first consulting your doctor.

Store Citanew 10 mg tablet at room temperature away from direct heat and sunlight. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Safety Information/Precautions

Following are the precautions for using Safepram 10 mg tablet:

• Inform your doctor if you are hypersensitive to Citanew 10 mg tablet or Escitalopram, or if you have other allergies. Inactive components in this product may trigger allergy reactions or other complications. For more information, consult your doctor.
• Inform your doctor about your medical history, especially if you have a personal or family history of bipolar or manic-depressive disorder, a family or personal history of attempting suicide, liver problems, seizures, low blood sodium, intestinal bleeding/ulcers (peptic ulcer) or bleeding disorders, and a family or personal history of glaucoma.
• Citanew 10 mg tablet has been linked to a heart rhythm disorder (QT prolongation). QT prolongation can induce dangerous (occasionally fatal) irregular/fast heartbeat as well as other symptoms (such as extreme dizziness and fainting) that require immediate medical intervention.
• If you have specific medical problems or are using other medicines that may induce QT prolongation, your risk of getting QT prolongation may be increased.
• Before taking Citanew 10 mg tablet, inform your doctor or pharmacist of all the medicines you are currently taking, as well as if you suffer from any of these conditions: specific heart issues (heart failure, sluggish heartbeat, recent heart attack, prolongation o QT in the EKG), a family history of specific heart conditions (prolongation of QT in the EKG, sudden cardiac death).
• Low magnesium and potassium levels in the blood may potentially raise your likelihood of QT prolongation. This risk may increase if you are using certain medicines (such as diuretics) or have problems such as excessive perspiration, diarrhea, or vomiting.
• Consult your doctor about how to use Citanew 10 mg tablet safely.
• Inform your doctor or dentist about all of the medicines you consume before undergoing surgery (including prescription, nonprescription and herbal medicines).
• Citanew 10 mg tablet adverse effects, particularly bleeding, incoordination, and QT prolongation, may be more severe in older persons
• Falls can be exacerbated by a loss of coordination.
• Children are more sensitive to the negative effects of Citanew 10 mg tablet, including lack of hunger and weight loss. Children who are using this medicine should have their height and weight measured.

Following are the contraindications for using Citanew 10 mg tablet:

• Citanew 10 mg tablet is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to Escitalopram or other components present in this medicine.

• Citanew 10 mg tablet should not be used in combination with Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors medicines.
• Children less than 12 years.

Following are the side effects of using Citanew 10 mg tablet:

• Confusion
• Seizures
• Decreased output of urine
• Rapid heartbeat
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Mouth dryness
• Excessive gas or air in the stomach
• Appetite loss

Citanew 10 mg tablet should be taken only when absolutely necessary during pregnancy. Pregnant females are advised to consult their doctors regarding the benefits and risks of Escitalopram before using it.

Citanew 10 mg tablet enters breast milk and can have adverse effects on a nursing baby. Lactating females should consult their doctor before using Escitalopram.

Faqs

1. How long does Citanew 10 mg capsule take to work?

You may not see Citanew 10 mg capsule effects in the first week. However, you must continue taking it. It begins to show effect 4 – 6 weeks after use, and should not be stopped unless advised by the doctor

2. How does Citanew 10 mg capsule make you feel?

Antidepressants like Citanew 10 mg capsule help lift your mood and make you feel better. Taking it regularly will help you sleep better and socialize more due to lesser anxiety. However, please remember it will only show effects after 4 – 6 weeks of use.

3. What are the long term side effects of Citanew 10 mg capsule?

Most people do not experience any serious side effects after taking Citanew 10 mg capsule for a long time. However, some patients may have a reduced sex drive or experience problem getting an erection. Please discuss with your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.

No, do not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor. If you stop the medicine very quickly, it may cause:

• Irritability
• Anxiety
• Sweating
• Headache
• dizziness
• Confusion
• Low mood
• Electric shock like sensations
• Restlessness.

4. Is Citanew 10 mg capsule better than other antidepressants?

Citanew 10 mg capsule is among the commonly effective antidepressant medicines and cannot be termed better than any other similar medicine. However, some patients may respond to it better than other antidepressant medications.

5. Does Citanew 10 mg capsule affect weight?

Citanew 10 mg capsule may reduce your appetite initially, resulting in some weight loss. However, with regular, prescribed use the appetite becomes normal and you will most likely regain your usual weight.

6. Does Citanew 10 mg capsule affect your sex life?

Citanew 10 mg capsule usually lifts the mood, positively affecting sex life. However, in some patients it may cause the following:

• Painful erection
• Problem getting an erection
• Vaginal bleeding
• Delayed orgasm
• Lower sex drive

Most side effects resolve after continuous use of Citanew 10 mg capsule. However, if any of the side effects persist after long-term use, please discuss with your doctor.

7. Does Citanew 10 mg capsule affect contraception?

Citanew 10 mg capsule has little to no effect on contraception, including oral contraceptive pills.

8. Will Citanew 10 mg capsule cure my depression?

Citanew 10 mg capsule is part of the treatment plan for any depressive or mood disorder. It is usually combined with other routine practices, medicines, or both for more beneficial effects. Please talk to your doctor or a psychiatrist (if needed) for improving your overall lifestyle. Some things you can do to enhance the quality of your life include the following:

• Sleeping for 8 hours a day
• Having a proper, set routine and following it
• Healthy diet
• Light exercise
• Socializing
• Expression of feelings
• Joining self-help groups
• Using relaxation techniques
• Avoiding depressive triggers