Tutension Tablet 2.5 mg (Escitalopram Besilate Hydrate)

Adult dose

This medication should be taken with a sufficient amount of water. Administer 2.5 mg orally once daily as escitalopram, and the dose may be increased up to a maximum of 5 mg daily depending on the patient's response. Adjust as appropriate based on symptoms.

This drug should not be used in certain patients. For example, it should not be administered to those with allergies to this drug or similar ingredients, pregnant or nursing women, patients in severe shock, patients with severe heart valve issues, patients with unstable angina, patients who have recently suffered a myocardial infarction, patients with severe liver dysfunction or hypotension, and patients with genetic disorders related to lactose. Careful administration is advised for patients with severe kidney dysfunction, the elderly, patients with acute heart failure, patients in hypertensive crisis, and patients with mild to moderate liver dysfunction. Taking this medication may cause various side effects. Common side effects include flushing with warmth, fatigue, swelling, a feeling of rapid heartbeat, dizziness, headache, and nausea. Rarely, symptoms like dry mouth, excessive sweating, low blood pressure or fainting, sensory disturbances, erectile dysfunction, digestive disorders, skin rash, and liver dysfunction may occur, so any symptoms should be reported to a doctor immediately. This medication should not be suddenly discontinued as it may worsen symptoms. Consult a doctor before stopping, and dosage should be reduced slowly if necessary. Take this medication with plenty of water, and be cautious while driving or operating dangerous machinery, as low blood pressure may lead to dizziness or fatigue. This drug may interact with several other medications; if you are taking other drugs, you should inform your doctor or pharmacist. Particularly, taking this with grapefruit juice may excessively increase the blood pressure-lowering effect, so it is advisable to avoid it. During pregnancy or breastfeeding, it is recommended not to use this medication due to the lack of established safety. Elderly patients should start at a lower dose and should be cautious, as the drug's concentration in the body may be high and effects may last longer. In case of overdose, severe hypotension, arrhythmias, shock, etc., may occur, and you should seek immediate medical attention. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers for safety.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• angioedema
• toxic epidermal necrolysis
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• jaundice
• paralysis
• seizures
• confusion
• myocardial infarction
• exacerbation of heart failure

Mild side effects

• Flushing with warmth
• fatigue
• edema
• palpitations
• dizziness
• headache
• migraine
• weakness
• abdominal pain
• nausea

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air or moisture, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage can help maintain the drug's efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance

White octagonal tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle