FIRSITO 20 MG TABLET- 10
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Manufactured By Zydus Cadila
Composition Escitalopram Oxalate (20mg)
Package Size ( 10 Tablet in a strip )
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FIRSITO 20 MG TABLET may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
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A: Firsito works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms in depression and relieves symptoms of panic and obsessive disorders.
Q: Can I take Firsito with coffee?
A: There is usually no significant effect of taking coffee with Firsito but a very high quantity of consumption of coffee may cause restlessness and anxiety.
Q: Is Firsito addictive?
A: No. Firsito is not addictive. Its abrupt discontinuation may cause some withdrawal symptoms. But still is not addictive as there is no drug-seeking behaviour and it has no abuse liability.
Q: Why does Firsito cause nausea?
A: Firsito increases the activity of serotonin a chemical which is also involved in the vomiting process so makes the person nauseating.
Q: Why does Firsito make me tired?
A: Tiredness is usually associated with depression. Firsito can alter the sleep quality and can make the person feel tired most of the time.
Q: Can I use Firsito for a migraine?
A: Firsito is not approved for the treatment of a migraine. It is used in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorder, phobia, post-traumatic stress disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Q: Can I use Firsito for bipolar disorder?
A: Firsito should not be used for the treatment of bipolar disorder as it can aggravate the problem. Only in few cases, it can be used that too with caution with other drugs if depression is the more persistent feature of person's bipolar illness. But the person should be very regular with drugs prescribed for the mania part also called mood stabilisers.
Q: Does Firsito cause hair loss?
A: There are some case reports of hair loss with the use of Firsito. It is very infrequent and it usually stops after the discontinuation of the drug. It can be very distressing for a person, especially for the females. So a person should tell his doctor if he is having hair loss with the use of Firsito.
Q: Can I use Firsito for sleep problem?
A: Firsito may itself cause sleep disorders. So it is not recommended for the sleep problem.
Q: Can I use Firsito for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
A: Firsito can be used for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) but there are better alternatives available, in case they don't work then Firsito can be used. Although it is prescribed in a higher dose and for longer duration in case of OCD in comparison to depression.
Q: Which is better medication : Firsito is the safest drug in its class. Sertraline can be used in case Firsito doesn't work for depression. However, setraline can be preferred in case of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).?
Q: Which is better medication : Firsito is more effective than citalopram for major depression. Although some studies have shown that there is no difference among two in case of effectiveness but some recent studies have shown Firsito to be superior to citalopram for major depression.?
Q: Can I take Firsito with diphenhydramine?
A: It is better to avoid diphenhydramine with Firsito. Diphenhydramine can aggravate side effects of Firsito and can cause dizziness, confusion and difficulty in concentrating.
Q: Can I take Firsito with aspirin?
A: It is usually avoided as it can increase the chances of bleeding.
Q: Can I take Firsito with Ibuprofen?
A: No. Combined these two drugs may increase the chances of bleeding especially in persons already on a blood thinner. Nasal bleeding is usually the first symptom.
Q: Can I take Firsito with methylphenidate?
A: It is better to avoid methylphenidate with Firsito. Because methylphenidate can increase the blood levels of Firsito and its effects and rarely can cause a serious condition called serotonin syndrome with symptoms like anxiety, restlessness, extreme changes in heart rate and blood pressure, blurred vision, incoordination, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea.
Q: Can Firsito be given with lisdexamfetamine?
A: It is better to avoid this combined therapy of lisdexamfetamine with Firsito, it leads to increased anxiety, restlessness and sometimes serotonin syndrome. Serotonin syndrome includes vomiting, diarrhoea, extreme changes in blood pressure and even seizure may occur. It can be life-threatening.
Q: Can I take Firsito with alprazolam?
A: It is better to avoid the combination, it can lead to increased dizziness, confusion and difficulty in concentrating. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Firsito with clonazepam?
A: It is better to avoid the combination, it can lead to increased dizziness, confusion and difficulty in concentrating. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Q: Can Firsito be used with hydrocodone?
A: It is better to avoid the combination, it can lead to increased dizziness, confusion and difficulty in concentrating. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Firsito with dextromethorphan?
A: You should not take Dextromethorphan with Firsito. It can lead to the seotonin syndrome. Before taking any medications with Firsito, your should consult with your doctor.
Q: Can I take Firsito and paracetamol?
A: Yes. There is no known interaction between Firsito and paracetamol.
Q: How does Firsito differ from fluoxetine?
A: Firsito and fluoxetin belongs to same class of medicine called as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).
Q: How doses Firsito differ from amitriptyline?
A: Firsito is a newer drug belongs to class selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) while amitryptiline is an older drug belonging to class tricyclic antidepressants (TCA). Both drugs are almost equally effective for treating depression but Firsito has much lesser side effects in comparison to amitryptiline and so preferred over amitryptiline for the treatment of depression.
Q: How does Firsito differ from imipramine?
A: Firsito is much safer than imipramine and is preferred in most of the conditions over imipramine. However, imipramine can be preferred in bed-wetting in children.
Q: What would happen if I stop taking Firsito?
A: You may experience withdrawal symptoms which can be in the form flu like symptoms, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, nausea or sleep problems. These symptoms usually last for one to two weeks. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q: When and How to stop Firsito?
A: You should consult your doctor before stopping the treatment. It would depend on the number and severity of depressive episodes.The dose should be tapered slowly to prevent intense withdrawal symptoms.
Q: Is Firsito a benzodiazepine?
A: No. Firsito is not a benzodiazepine. Benzodiazepines decrease the anxiety and induce sleep. Firsito belongs to the class of selective sertonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It may cause insomnia and restlessness initially as the side effect which usually goes away with time.
Q: Is Firsito a narcotic?
A: No. Firsito is not a narcotic drug. Narcotics are drugs with sleep inducing properties, usual derivatives of Opium like Heroin and Morphine.
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