Jalaesta 20 Tablet
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Jalaesta 20 Tablet
Escitalopram Oxalate (20mg)
₹140.00
Strip of 10 tablets • Tablet
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Active composition
Escitalopram Oxalate 20 mg
Medicine Strength
20 mg
Uses & Benefits
Medical applications
HeadacheNauseaAnxietyDepression
Jalaesta 20 Tablet contains Escitalopram Oxalate 20 mg, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Escitalopram works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a neurotransmitter, in the brain, which helps improve mood, reduce anxiety, and restore emotional balance. This medication is prescribed to adults and should be used under medical supervision, with dosage adjustments based on therapeutic response and tolerability.
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Common side effects may include nausea, headache, dry mouth, insomnia, and dizziness, though these often diminish with continued use. Patients should be monitored for any signs of worsening depression, suicidal ideation, or unusual behavioral changes, particularly during the initial treatment phase or dose adjustments. Caution is advised when used concomitantly with other serotonergic drugs due to the risk of serotonin syndrome.
Jalaesta 20 Tablet is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to escitalopram or citalopram and should be used cautiously in individuals with a history of seizures, bipolar disorder, or hepatic impairment. Abrupt discontinuation should be avoided to prevent withdrawal symptoms. Always consult a healthcare professional before initiating or discontinuing therapy with Jalaesta 20 Tablet.
Dosage & How to Use
How to use Jalaesta Tablet Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Jalaesta 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Advice
Important precautions
Side effects
Side-effect information is not available for this medicine. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Jalaesta 20 Tablet.
High Risk
Pregnancy
Jalaesta 20 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Medical Advice
Driving
Jalaesta 20 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Exercise Caution
Liver
Jalaesta 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Jalaesta 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Breastfeeding
Jalaesta 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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Kidney
Jalaesta 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Jalaesta 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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