PLACIDA PLUS TABLET is a combination of Escitalopram and Etizolam which belongs to the group of medicines called Antidepressants and Anxiolytics respectively. It is used to manage depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, major depressive episodes, panic disorder, anxiety disorder and insomnia.
PLACIDA PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with myasthenia gravis, acute angle-closure glaucoma, sleep disorder and porphyria. Contact your doctor before taking. Before taking PLACIDA PLUS TABLET inform your doctor if you have lung, liver or kidney disease or heart disease. Contact your doctor before taking. PLACIDA PLUS TABLET is not recommended in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Contact your doctor before taking.
Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Contact your doctor before taking. PLACIDA PLUS TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients aged 65 years or above. Contact your doctor before taking. The most common side effects of this medicine are confusion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, memory impairment, drowsiness and tiredness. Contact your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.
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PLACIDA PLUS TABLET is a combination of Escitalopram and Etizolam. Escitalopram increases the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger that improves mood. Etizolam increases the action of GABA, a chemical messenger that suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Take PLACIDA PLUS TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow this medicine as whole with a glass of water and do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the right dose depends on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices to keep you hydrated. Do not take any medicine on your own for managing diarrhoea. Contact your doctor if the symptom did not improve.
Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operate any machines while you are feeling drowsy. Contact your doctor if the symptom did not improve.
Take this medicine with, or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy foods.
PLACIDA PLUS TABLET is not recommended in pregnant women. Contact your doctor before taking.
PLACIDA PLUS TABLET is not recommended during breastfeeding. Contact your doctor before taking the medicine.
Patients should be used with caution about operating, hazardous machines including automobiles. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, lack of attentiveness, concentration or ability of reflexive motion, consult your doctor for advice.
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while taking PLACIDA PLUS TABLET. Consult your doctor for advice.
PLACIDA PLUS TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney function. Contact your doctor before taking.
PLACIDA PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with liver impairment. Contact your doctor before taking.