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Szetalo Plus MD Tablet

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Product introduction

Szetalo Plus MD Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety disorder. It is the combination medicine that calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also works by increasing the level of a chemical messenger in the brain which improves mood.

Szetalo Plus MD 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 it may cause withdrawal symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include delayed ejaculation, low sexual desire, vomiting, memory impairment, depression, and confusion. 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. It may cause weight gain or weight loss depending upon person to person. To prevent weight gain, you can eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly. On the other hand, weight loss can be prevented by increasing food portions in your diet. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood as it can cause suicidal thoughts.

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 of Szetalo Plus Tablet MD

Benefits of Szetalo Plus Tablet MD

In Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Szetalo Plus MD Tablet stops your brain from releasing the chemicals that make you feel anxious so it can reduce the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, feeling irritable and sleep problems that often come with Generalised Anxiety Disorder. Szetalo Plus MD Tablet will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.

Side effects of Szetalo Plus Tablet MD

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

Common side effects of Szetalo Plus

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

How to use Szetalo Plus Tablet MD

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Szetalo Plus MD Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Szetalo Plus Tablet MD works

Szetalo Plus MD Tablet is a combination of two medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Szetalo Plus MD Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Szetalo Plus MD Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Szetalo Plus MD Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Szetalo Plus MD Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Szetalo Plus MD Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Szetalo Plus MD Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Szetalo Plus MD Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Szetalo Plus MD Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Szetalo Plus MD Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Szetalo Plus Tablet MD?

If you miss a dose of Szetalo Plus MD Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • Szetalo Plus MD Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of anxiety disorder.
  • You may feel that Szetalo Plus MD Tablet is not helping you straightaway. This is because it can take few weeks before you feel the full benefit. It is important that you continue to take it, even if it takes a little while for your condition to improve.
  • If you develop any depressing or suicidal thoughts or ideas, you should let your doctor know about them as soon as possible.
  • You might experience low sexual desire after taking Szetalo Plus MD Tablet, talk to your doctor if it troubles you.
  • Szetalo Plus MD Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of anxiety disorder.
  • You may feel that Szetalo Plus MD Tablet is not helping you straightaway. This is because it can take few weeks before you feel the full benefit. It is important that you continue to take it, even if it takes a little while for your condition to improve.
  • If you develop any depressing or suicidal thoughts or ideas, you should let your doctor know about them as soon as possible.
  • You might experience low sexual desire after taking Szetalo Plus MD Tablet, talk to your doctor if it troubles you.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS

Patient concerns

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Where can I get szetalo plus medicine-i have shifted from Jaipur to Delhi and other medicine by doctor in Delhi is not effective. Thanks
Dr. Venkatraju Kalidindi
Psychiatry
Please contact customer support
My father do not want to leave the room. wants to live in darkness, don't visit park, don't want to meet persons. Always wanted to take sleep dose. Pls advise and help me. He takes Szetalo Plus, Nexito 10, Lonazep
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. If your father is not responding to prescribed medicines, your psychiatrist may need to change medicines or revise diagnosis. In some cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended along with medication.
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FAQs

What is Szetalo Plus MD Tablet?

Szetalo Plus MD Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Clonazepam and Escitalopram. This combination is used to treat anxiety disorders. Clonazepam works by decreasing abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Escitalopram works by increasing the amount of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain that helps to improve mood.

Can the Szetalo Plus MD Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Szetalo Plus MD Tablet may make you feel drowsy or you may fall asleep suddenly during your routine activities like watching television, talking, eating or riding in a car. You might not feel drowsy or have any other warning signs before you suddenly fall asleep. Avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities at the beginning of your treatment until you know how the medication affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such symptoms.

Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?

No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Szetalo Plus MD Tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects and toxicity. If you are experiencing increased severity of your symptoms that is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Any special instruction regarding storage and disposal of Szetalo Plus MD Tablet?

Keep Szetalo Plus MD Tablet in a container that is tightly closed and out of children's reach. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Unneeded medications should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.

Can I stop taking Szetalo Plus MD Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, you should not stop taking Szetalo Plus MD Tablet even if you feel well. Continue taking your medicine as advised. Your doctor may lower your dose gradually if your symptoms are improving.

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References

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