CIPRALEX PILLS 10 MG

/Cipralex

Active ingredient and dosage form

Cipralex - the pills covered with a cover:

1 tab. contains escitalopram (in the form of oxalate) 5 mg, excipients: talc; croscarmellose sodium; MCC; colloidal anhydrous silicon; Magnesium stearate; in a blister strip package 14 pcs.; in a carton pack of 2 packs (5 mg, 20 mg) or in a carton pack of 1, 2, or 4 packs (10 mg).

Mechanism of action

Cipralex has an antidepressant effect.

Indications and usage

Depressive episodes of any severity;

panic disorder with / without agoraphobia.

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to escitalopram and other components of Cipralex;

simultaneous administration of MAO inhibitors;

pregnancy;

lactation period (breastfeeding);

children's age up to 15 years.

Adverse reactions

On the part of the digestive system: most often - nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, constipation; possible - vomiting, dry mouth, changes in laboratory parameters of liver function.

On the part of the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system: most often - insomnia or drowsiness, dizziness, weakness; possible - visual disturbances, seizures, tremor, movement disorders, taste disturbances, serotonin syndrome, hallucinations, mania, confusion, agitation, anxiety, depersonalization, panic attacks, increased irritability.

On the part of metabolism: most often - excessive sweating, hyperthermia; possibly - hyponatremia.

On the part of the reproductive system: most often - decreased libido, impotence, impaired ejaculation, anorgasmia (in women).

Cardiovascular: possible orthostatic hypotension.

On the part of the endocrine system: perhaps - insufficient secretion of ADH, galactorrhea.

From the musculoskeletal system: possibly - arthralgia, myalgia.

Allergic reactions: perhaps - Anaphylactic reactions, angioedema.

Dermatological reactions: possible - skin rash, itching, ecchymosis, purpura.

Other: most often - sinusitis; possibly urinary retention.

With the abrupt cancellation of Tsipraleksa after prolonged use, cancellation reactions are possible - dizziness, headache and nausea. The severity of these reactions is insignificant, and the duration is limited.

Side effects most often develop on the 1st or 2nd week of treatment and then usually become less intense and occur less frequently with continued therapy.

Dosage and administration

Cipralex is taken orally, regardless of the meal, once a day.

Usually at a dose of 10 mg / day. Depending on the patient's individual response, the dose may be increased to a maximum of 20 mg / day.

Storage conditions

In the dark place at a temperature of 15-25 ° C. Shelf life - 3 years.