Cipralex Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 13 August 2024
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of major depressive episodes and anxiety disorders.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 10 mg daily, max 20 mg. Elderly: lower initial/max dose.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 2-4 weeks, Duration: several months.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended during pregnancy; contraindicated in breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- MAO inhibitors
- Pimozide
- Linezolid
- Serotonergic drugs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to escitalopram
- Children under 18
- MAO inhibitors
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Insomnia
- Dizziness
- Sexual dysfunction
Counselling Points
- Monitor for suicidal thoughts
- Avoid abrupt discontinuation
- May cause drowsiness
Serious warnings
- Suicidal thoughts
- QT prolongation
- Serotonin syndrome
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