Cipralex 10 mg 28 tablets

Tradename

Cipralex (Cipralex)

Compound:

Each tablet contains:

escitalopram (as oxalate) 10 mg

Auxiliary components:

Microcrystalline cellulose, talc, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate.

Properties

Antidepressant. Selectively inhibits the reuptake of serotonin; increases the concentration of the neurotransmitter in the synaptic cleft, enhances and prolongs the action of serotonin on postsynaptic receptors. Escitalopram practically does not bind to serotonin (5-HT), dopamine (D1 and D2) receptors, α-adrenergic, m-cholinergic receptors, as well as benzodiazepine and opioid receptors.

The antidepressant effect usually develops after 2-4 weeks. after the start of treatment. The maximum therapeutic effect of the treatment of panic disorders is achieved approximately 3 months after the start of treatment.

Indications

Depression, panic disorders (including with agoraphobia).

Dosage and administration

Taken orally, regardless of food intake. Depending on the indications, a single dose is 10-20 mg / day. The maximum daily dose is 20 mg. The duration of treatment is several months. When treatment is stopped, the dose should be gradually reduced over 1-2 weeks. in order to avoid the occurrence of the «withdrawal» syndrome.

For elderly patients (over 65 years old), the recommended dose is 5 mg / day, the maximum daily dose is 10 mg.

In case of impaired liver function, the recommended initial dose during the first 2 weeks. treatment is 5 mg / day. Depending on the individual response, the dose may be increased to 10 mg / day.

Contraindications

Simultaneous use of MAO inhibitors, children and adolescents under 15 years of age, pregnancy, lactation, hypersensitivity to escitalopram.

Precautionary measures:

During the period of treatment, patients should avoid driving vehicles. Side effects: