Samsung Escitalopram Tablet 10mg (Escitalopram Oxalate)

Adult administration

This medication is administered once daily, in the morning or evening, regardless of meals. 1) Major depressive disorder: The usual dose is 10mg once daily. Depending on the patient's response, the dose may be increased to a maximum of 20mg daily. Dose increases should be made at intervals of at least 1 week. 2) Panic disorder with or without agoraphobia: Administer an initial dose of 5mg daily for 1 week, then increase to 10mg daily. The dose may be increased to a maximum of 20mg. 3) Social anxiety disorder: The usual dose is 10mg once daily. Depending on the patient's response, the dose may be reduced to 5mg daily or increased to a maximum of 20mg daily. 4) Generalized anxiety disorder: Administer an initial dose of 10mg once daily. Depending on the patient's response, the dose may be increased to a maximum of 20mg after treatment for at least 1 week. 5) Obsessive-compulsive disorder: The usual dose is 10mg once daily. Depending on the patient's response, the dose may be increased to a maximum of 20mg daily. The safety of this medication at doses exceeding 20mg daily has not been established. Patients with hepatic impairment may be given an initial dose of 5mg daily for the first 2 weeks, after which the dose may be increased to 10mg daily. To prevent withdrawal symptoms when discontinuing treatment, the dose should be reduced gradually over at least 1-2 weeks.

This drug is an antidepressant used to treat psychiatric disorders such as major depression, and it is not approved for use in children or adolescents. It should not be administered to them. The risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior may increase during treatment with this medication, so physicians should carefully determine whether to prescribe it, especially for young adults aged 18 to 24. This medication can cause serious side effects when taken with certain drugs, so patients taking MAO inhibitors or pimozide should not use it. Patients with angle-closure glaucoma or a history of glaucoma should be cautious, as this drug can dilate the pupils and elevate intraocular pressure. During the first 1-2 weeks after starting treatment, side effects such as anxiety, insomnia, dizziness, nausea, and headaches may commonly occur, but tend to decrease over time. This drug can lower sodium levels in the blood, so elderly patients or those at risk for hyponatremia should have regular blood tests. Additionally, this medication may affect heart rhythm, so patients with a prolonged QT interval or those taking related medications should undergo cardiac evaluation. Sudden discontinuation during treatment can cause withdrawal symptoms such as dizziness, anxiety, and sleep disturbances, so patients should not stop abruptly without consulting a physician and should taper off gradually. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult a physician before taking this medication, as it can affect the fetus or newborn. This drug may cause changes in mental state, so caution is advised during driving or operating machinery. In case of overdose, symptoms affecting the central nervous system, gastrointestinal system, and cardiovascular system may occur, so doses should be strictly adhered to, and immediate medical attention should be sought in case of overdose. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to other containers can adversely affect its quality.

Thrombocytopenia, anaphylactic reaction, inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion, hyperprolactinemia, decreased appetite, increased appetite, weight gain, weight loss, hyponatremia, anorexia, anxiety, restlessness, abnormal dreams, decreased libido, sexual dysfunction, bruxism, agitation, irritability, panic attacks, confusion, aggression, depersonalization, hallucinations, mania, suicidal thoughts, suicidal behavior, insomnia, drowsiness, dizziness, perceptual disturbances, tremor, taste disorder, sleep disorders, fainting, serotonin syndrome, movement disorders, dyskinesia, seizures, psychomotor agitation, akathisia, mydriasis, visual impairment, tinnitus, tachycardia, bradycardia, QT prolongation, polymorphic ventricular tachycardia, ventricular arrhythmia, orthostatic hypotension, sinusitis, yawning, nosebleed, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, thirst, gastrointestinal bleeding, hepatitis, abnormal liver function tests, increased sweating, urticaria, hair loss, rash, itching, petechiae, angioedema, arthralgia, myalgia, rhabdomyolysis, urinary retention, erectile dysfunction, uterine bleeding, menorrhagia, galactorrhea, postpartum hemorrhage, fatigue, fever, edema, headache, xerostomia, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, enteritis, sensory disturbances, cough, asthma, dyspnea, fracture, palpitations, hypertension, frequent urination, sedation, tremor, abdominal discomfort, anxiety, insomnia, visual hallucinations, paralysis, extrapyramidal disorder, migraine, sexual dysfunction, decreased libido, anorexia

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that does not allow light to enter. Additionally, it should be kept at a normal room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius, away from excessively hot or cold places.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle