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Etidix-E 5 Tablet is a product of Psychocare Health Pvt Ltd
Composition: Etizolam (0.5mg) + Escitalopram Oxalate (5mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Etidix-E 5 Tablet

Description:

Etidix-E 5 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat depression. It is a combination medicine that calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also increases the level of chemical messenger in the brain which improves mood.

Etidix-E 5 Tablet can be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor as it has habit-forming potential. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop taking this medicine suddenly as this may cause withdrawal symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, memory impairment, low sexual desire, and delayed ejaculation. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Remember to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood as it can cause suicidal thoughts and can be dangerous for you. This medicine may cause weight gain and to control it, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly.

Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Etidix-E 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Etidix-E

  • Delayed ejaculation
  • Confusion
  • Vomiting
  • Memory impairment
  • Drowsiness
  • Fatiguedness
  • Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm)
  • Low sexual desire
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Uncoordinated body movements

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Etidix-E 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Etidix-E 5 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Etidix-E 5 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Etidix-E 5 Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Etidix-E 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Etidix-E 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Etidix-E 5 Tablet?

Retain this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Are there any important warnings associated with use of Etidix-E 5 Tablet?

During the first few months of treatment, Etidix-E 5 Tablet may increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some patient, in the first few months of treatment. Tolerants having mood or behavioral disorders have a high risk of developing suicidal thoughts and actions. You should pay close attention and report your doctor of any such behavior or mood changes. Make sure that you visit the doctor for the scheduled follow-up appointments.

Can I stop taking Etidix-E 5 Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, you should continue to take Etidix-E 5 Tablet, even if you feel well. If you stop Etidix-E 5 Tablet suddenly, serious withdrawal symptoms may occur. Consult your doctor if the symptoms are relieved, he might decrease your dose gradually.

How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Etidix-E 5 Tablet?

There are reports that suggest that the use of Etidix-E 5 Tablet can cause weight gain. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. An important point to remember is that it is easier to prevent weight gain than to lose increased weight.

Can the use of Etidix-E 5 Tablet cause sleepiness?

Affirmative, Etidix-E 5 Tablet can make you feel sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities till you know how this medicine affects you.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Etidix-E 5 Tablet?

No, do not drink alcohol while you are taking Etidix-E 5 Tablet. Drinking alcohol can increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Etidix-E 5 Tablet.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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