Because it is considered as an effective drug for depression and anxiety, there are good reasons for Cipralex to be your pill of choice. Read on to know more about the drug and how to use it effectively.
Available in tablets or oral drops, this antidepressant has escitalopram oxalate for its active ingredient. This ingredient is considered as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Usually used for depression, it is also recommended for panic disorder with or without agoraphobia, fear of social situations (social phobia or social anxiety disorder). generalised anxiety disorder (GAD). and Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Brain cells need transmitters to send messages to each other. This neurotransmitter has various functions, and one of them is Serotonin. Upon its release from the never cell, it lightens the mood of the brain and once reabsorbed by the nerve cell, the mood ceases to exist. Because of this, it is believed that if there is a decrease in the amount of serotonin
It is thought that when depression occurs, there may be a decreased amount of serotonin released from nerve cells in the brain. As an SSRI, it prevents serotonin from being reabsorbed by the never cell and consequently helps prolong that light feeling that the brain needs. Such a function is acknowledged to relieve depression and anxiety.
Becaue it takes between 2-4 weeks for the drug to give you its benefits, continuous usage of the drug is encouraged, even if there are no real benefits felt for the first few weeks. Should your depression or anxiety get worse, you should immediately consult your doctor about it.
There are instances when people who take the drug for panic or generalized anxiety disorder experience an increase in anxiety on the onset of the treatment. There is nothing to worry about because it usually disappears within the first two weeks of treatment. Should this be a source of discomfort, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Driving or operating machines is a big no-no while you are on the medication because it might induce drowsiness. Alcohol is also to be avoided while taking this medicine.
Restlessness is also felt when you’re under medication and is usually experienced with the inability to sit or to even stand still. This also happens within the first two weeks of treatment. Similar to the other treatments, please consult your doctor once you experience them.
Because medicine affects people differently, there are possible side effects attributed to the drug which includes, decreased appetite, difficulty in sleeping (insomnia), sleepiness (somnolence),dizziness, sexual problems, inflammation of the sinuses (sinusitis), increased sweating, disturbances of the gut such as diarrhea, constipation, nausea, fatigue, fever (pyrexia), alteration in taste, confusion, shaking, usually of the hands (tremor), visual disturbances, seizures, nervousness or anxiety, agitation, pain in the muscles and joints, rash or itching.
The aforementioned may not include all the side effects reported by the manufacturers of the drug.
Caution and constant consultation with your doctor and pharmacist is always encouraged.
Cipralex has the following structural formula:
• Molecular formula of cipralex is C20H21FN2O
• Chemical IUPAC Name is 1-(3-dimethylaminopropyl)-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-1,3-dihydroisobenzofuran-5-carbonitrile
• Molecular weight is 324.392 g/mol
• Cipralex available : 10mg tablets
Generic name: Escitalopram
Brand name(s): Lexapro
Review published on: 25 February 2008
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