JOPRAM 10 MG TABLET- 10
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Composition Escitalopram Oxalate (10mg)
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JOPRAM 10 MG TABLET may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
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A: Jopram 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 Jopram with coffee?
A: There is usually no significant effect of taking coffee with Jopram but a very high quantity of consumption of coffee may cause restlessness and anxiety.
Q: Is Jopram addictive?
A: No. Jopram 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 Jopram cause nausea?
A: Jopram increases the activity of serotonin a chemical which is also involved in the vomiting process so makes the person nauseating.
Q: Why does Jopram make me tired?
A: Tiredness is usually associated with depression. Jopram can alter the sleep quality and can make the person feel tired most of the time.
Q: Can I use Jopram for a migraine?
A: Jopram 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 Jopram for bipolar disorder?
A: Jopram 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 Jopram cause hair loss?
A: There are some case reports of hair loss with the use of Jopram. 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 Jopram.
Q: Can I use Jopram for sleep problem?
A: Jopram may itself cause sleep disorders. So it is not recommended for the sleep problem.
Q: Can I use Jopram for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
A: Jopram can be used for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) but there are better alternatives available, in case they don't work then Jopram 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 : Jopram is the safest drug in its class. Sertraline can be used in case Jopram doesn't work for depression. However, setraline can be preferred in case of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).?
Q: Which is better medication : Jopram 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 Jopram to be superior to citalopram for major depression.?
Q: Can I take Jopram with diphenhydramine?
A: It is better to avoid diphenhydramine with Jopram. Diphenhydramine can aggravate side effects of Jopram and can cause dizziness, confusion and difficulty in concentrating.
Q: Can I take Jopram with aspirin?
A: It is usually avoided as it can increase the chances of bleeding.
Q: Can I take Jopram 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 Jopram with methylphenidate?
A: It is better to avoid methylphenidate with Jopram. Because methylphenidate can increase the blood levels of Jopram 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 Jopram be given with lisdexamfetamine?
A: It is better to avoid this combined therapy of lisdexamfetamine with Jopram, 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 Jopram 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 Jopram 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 Jopram 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 Jopram with dextromethorphan?
A: You should not take Dextromethorphan with Jopram. It can lead to the seotonin syndrome. Before taking any medications with Jopram, your should consult with your doctor.
Q: Can I take Jopram and paracetamol?
A: Yes. There is no known interaction between Jopram and paracetamol.
Q: How does Jopram differ from fluoxetine?
A: Jopram and fluoxetin belongs to same class of medicine called as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).
Q: How doses Jopram differ from amitriptyline?
A: Jopram 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 Jopram has much lesser side effects in comparison to amitryptiline and so preferred over amitryptiline for the treatment of depression.
Q: How does Jopram differ from imipramine?
A: Jopram 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 Jopram?
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 Jopram?
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 Jopram a benzodiazepine?
A: No. Jopram is not a benzodiazepine. Benzodiazepines decrease the anxiety and induce sleep. Jopram 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 Jopram a narcotic?
A: No. Jopram is not a narcotic drug. Narcotics are drugs with sleep inducing properties, usual derivatives of Opium like Heroin and Morphine.
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