Accord Escitalopram

Hi I've been taking lorazepam for anxiety and major depression for about 2 months. Now my doctor prescribed me escitalopram 10 mg in the morning and 10mg ubanol at night but I still can't sleep. Can I go back to Lorazepam? ## How long have you been taking the new medications? If you abruptly switched from the Lorazepam to the Escitalopram, and Urbanol, you may be dealing with some withdrawal effects, and it could take some time for them to taper off, so you get the full effect of the new medications. Escitalopram may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, mood changes, and weight changes, according to FDA reports. Ref: Medline Plus Escitalopram Urbanol contains the active ingredient Clobazam, The FDA warns that it carries the risk of being habit forming, and m...

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I have a horrible cough and found some Cheratussin AC cough syrup in the cupboard... I took two tsps and then remembered that I am now on Escitalopram... Will I have any problems combining the two? ## According to the University of Maryland Medical Center (umm.edu / drug interaction tool), there are no interactions listed between Cheratussin AC and Escitalopram. This does not necessarily mean that no interactions exist, however, I have no reason to believe that the combination is unsafe based on my own investigation. Nevertheless, it's always a good idea to consult your prescribing doctor with any doubts or concerns before moving forward. Hope this helps! ## Hi ...my doctor which I dnt really trust but me on Escitaloprom 10mg in the morning and zopax 0.25 at night for anxiety and de...

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Does this medication treat anxiety/panic attacks as a cure, prevention and treatment? ## Escitalopram (trade Names Lexapro, Cipralex, Seroplex) Is An Antidepressant Of The Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (ssri) Class. It Is Approved By The U.s. Food And Drug Administration (fda) For The Treatment In Adults With Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Or Panic Disorder. ... The side effect profile of escitalopram is similar to that of other SSRIs. For example, according to the FDA analysis of depression trials common side effects for the highest approved dose of escitalopram are insomnia (14% vs. 4% for placebo), diarrhea (15% vs. 5% for placebo), dry mouth (9% vs 3% for placebo), somnolence (9% vs 1% for placebo), dizziness (7% vs 2% for ...

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Smaller white oval pill with a line down the middle of the front and the number 20 printed on the back. ## It's a placebo for Citalopram. ## This is not a Placebo, it is manufactured by Accord Healthcare and is listed as containing 20mgs of Escitalopram, which is an antidepressant. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, weight changes, mood swings, and dry mouth. Is there anything I can help with?

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Found one white round pill 20 on one side and blank on the other ## Hi marie, From what I've researched, a manufacturer by the name of Accord Healthcare reportedly makes a round white pill with "20" on one side and a score line on the other (but no additional numbers). This particular pill contains 20mg of Escitalopram, used for treating depression and anxiety disorders. I know you mentioned that the opposite side of the pill was blank, but if you're just referring to there being no other numbers, I'd question whether a score line is still a possibility? Hope this helps! ## I found a white oval pill. Small, with a 20 on one side, blank on the other. What could it be for?

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Please advise if using Altosec omeprazole capsules can cause a miscarriage, I am +- 6 weeks pregnant?? ## Im 18 and trying yo become pregnant. Iv been off birth control for about 5 months now.. im taking escitalopram for anxity and depression and omeprazole for acid reflux... can that cause a miscarriage? ## There is a warning against taking it during the first 3 months of pregnancy, since there might be some risks, according to NIH warnings, such as fetal birth defects, or miscarriage. It would be best to make sure your doctor knows that you were taking it, so they can monitor you, as necessary. Toni, have you consulted your doctor about what is safe for you to take? As I stated above, there can be some risks to taking Omeprazole, once you become pregnant, there are also some risks ass...

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I was taking nexito 10 and atorfirst 10 for last 5 months. Now I got pregnant. This is my 2nd pregnancy. 4th week running. I am 30 years old. I also took azithromicin 500 for viral fever last week along with Tylenol. Now I am suffering from indigestion. So taking pan d tablets in the morning. Can these medications affect my pregnancy and fetus? ## @Rumi, According to the FDA, escitalopram (nexito) is listed as a category C pregnancy drug. In short, this means there are risks that cannot be ruled out since animal studies have shown that this drug has an adverse effect on the fetus. However, additional studies published by NIH.gov in May of 2012 go on to note that "escitalopram does not appear to be associated with an increased risk for major malformations, but does appear to increase...

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Need help, I found a small round white pill in my sons room one side says 20 the other side not sure its soft but can not make out any number or letter.there are no lines just a solid white pill. Please help Thank you. ## Hello, Jean! How are you? It's soft? Or was that a typo? I am not completely certain, but I think this might be a 20mg Escitalopram tablet that's manufactured by Accord Healthcare. The FDA classifies this medication as being an SSRI antidepressant and its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, mood swings, weight changes and dry mouth.

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Does it make you gain weight or help u lose weight? I am a 53 year old woman and something I am taking is putting weight on me. I also take 80 mg of latuda + 100 mg topamax + 30 mg adderall + 1 mg xanax. Can you give me any advice? ## Weight gain can be normal at your age. How much weight have you gained? The medication, Escitalopram may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, mood changes, and dry mouth, according to FDA reports. How long have you been taking it?

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I have been on Lexapro 10mg for about a month and half. I felt great for a few weeks in that time but then about a week ago I started having mood swings. I thought I was just having a bad day, but it goes on ever day now. One minute, I'm fine and the next I'm not. I'm not sure if maybe I should go to 15mg? I am female, about 115 pounds. ## Hi L, Sorry to hear about your situation. According to NIH.gov, the following symptoms are listed as side effects of Lexapro (Escitalopram): - Confusion - Thoughts of hurting yourself or others, unusual behavior - Feeling more excited or energetic than usual, racing thoughts Source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMHT0010165 If your doctor is in agreement, perhaps a dosage change may be in order. However, taking a higher dosage can also inc...

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Hey I’ve been on 10 mg of Lexapro for about 6 months. My pharmacist and doctor says that alcohol and Lexapro does not increase harm to your liver anymore then if you were not taking Lexapro. I was just double checking. I understand the prescription says to avoid alcohol but what I’m wondering is if anyone knows if the mixtures increases the risk of harm to your liver. Thank you ## According to the University of Maryland Medical Center (umm.edu / drug interaction tool), taking Lexapro (escitalopram) with alcohol (ethanol) is generally not recommend and may cause you to feel more tired or confused. They also go on to note that you should call your doctor if you feel drowsy, sleepy, dizzy, have a decreased ability to concentrate, have confusion or changes in mental awareness, s...

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Pill has a 20 on one side and a line on the other side in the middle of the pill. It's round and the pill is white. It's not as little as a Percocet 30 m box but not as big as a Percocet 512. Could it be Oxycodone? ## A round white pill with a "20" embedded on one side and a score line (through the middle) on the other is reported to be a 20mg Escitalopram tablet, used for treating depression and generalized anxiety disorder. For verification, this particular pill is listed as being manufactured by Accord Healthcare, Inc. (NDC 16729-170) Inactive Ingredients: - Croscarmellose Sodium - Cellulose, Microcrystalline - Hypromelloses - Silicon Dioxide - Magnesium Stearate - Talc - Titanium Dioxide - Polyethylene Glycols Ref: DailyMed @Mabel (post #1), Roxicodone is quite simp...

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Found this little white round pill. It has a 10 on one side of the pill and on the other side of this pill it has a line going through the middle. No letters. ## Based on the description provided, I'm finding several possible matches that have a description similar to yours, but no actual photo for verification of a score line. The following medications are white round pills, with a "10" on one side: Escitalopram oxalate 10 mg (Manufacturer: Accord Healthcare Inc.) Metozolv ODT 10 mg. (Manufacturer: Salix Pharmaceuticals, Inc.) Hyoscyamine sulfate 0.125 mg. (Manufacturer: Virtus Pharmaceuticals) Glipizide 10 mg (Manufacturer: Accord Healthcare Inc.) Buspirone hydrochloride 10 mg. (Manufacturer: Major Pharmaceuticals Inc.) If you or anyone else can help locate photos of these...

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I am to take 5 mg at 8 am and 8 pm. I forgot 8 am one until noon so I took it then. When do I take the 8 pm dose? Also, how soon after the pm dose may I take 2 Tylenol PM? ## Hi Judi - Can you please write back with what drug you are taking at 8 am and 8 pm? You did not mention what other medication you are taking in your message. That way it should be possible to see if there are any drug interactions. ## I take 5 mg Eliquis at 8am and 8pm. In the morning I also take 20 mg Escitalopram, 100 mg Losartan, 180 mg Diltiazem. At 8pm I also take 10 mg Amlodipine and the 5 mg Eliquis. {Editor's note: The thread title has been manually revised and filed under Eliquis} ## Thank you for the additional details Judi. According to MedlinePlus.gov, if you miss a dose of Apixaban (the active ingr...

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NDC Database

Escitalopram (As Escitalopram Oxalate) 5 mg Oral Tablet by Accord Healthcare Inc. ## Markings: 5 ## Shape: Round ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 16729-168-01, 16729-168-10, 16729-168-17, 16729-168-43 ## Active Ingredients: Escitalopram Oxalate

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Escitalopram (As Escitalopram Oxalate) 10 mg Oral Tablet by Accord Healthcare Inc. ## Markings: 10 ## Shape: Round ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 16729-169-01, 16729-169-10, 16729-169-16, 16729-169-17, 16729-169-43 ## Active Ingredients: Escitalopram Oxalate

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Escitalopram (As Escitalopram Oxalate) 20 mg Oral Tablet by Accord Healthcare Inc. ## Markings: 20 ## Shape: Round ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 16729-170-01, 16729-170-10, 16729-170-16, 16729-170-17, 16729-170-43 ## Active Ingredients: Escitalopram Oxalate