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Introduction To Liftopram LS Tablet
Liftopram LS Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat depression. It is a combination medicine that calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also increases the level of chemical messenger in the brain which improves mood.
Liftopram LS 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 this may cause withdrawal symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, memory impairment, low sexual desire, and delayed ejaculation. 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. Remember to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood as it can cause suicidal thoughts and can be dangerous for you. This medicine may cause weight gain and to control it, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly.
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 Liftopram LS Tablet
- Depression
Benefits of Liftopram LS Tablet
Depression
Liftopram LS Tablet helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain
that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety,
tension, helps you sleep better and increases your energy levels. Liftopram LS Tablet
also prevents extreme changes in mood and helps you feel less agitated. You
may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.
It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low
during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least
six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work
effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Side effects of Liftopram LS Tablet
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
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- Delayed ejaculation
- Confusion
- Vomiting
- Memory impairment
- Drowsiness
- Tiredness
- Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm)
- Low sexual desire
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Uncoordinated body movements
How to use Liftopram LS Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Liftopram LS Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Liftopram LS Tablet works
Liftopram LS Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Etizolam and escitalopram which have anxiety-lowering and mood-enhancing effects. Etizolam is a benzodiazepine (BZD) which increases the action of GABA, a chemical messenger that suppresses the abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Escitalopram is selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) which increases the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger that improves mood.
Quick tips
- Liftopram LS Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of depression.
- It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
- Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
- If you have diabetes, you will be asked to monitor your blood glucose level regularly as Liftopram LS Tablet may affect the levels of sugar in your blood.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Liftopram LS Tablet if I’m pregnant?
Liftopram LS Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Liftopram LS Tablet if I’m breastfeeding?
Information regarding the use of Liftopram LS Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Is drinking alcohol while taking Liftopram LS Tablet safe?
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Liftopram LS Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingUNSAFE
Can I drive after taking Liftopram LS Tablet?
Liftopram LS Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
KidneyCAUTION
Can I take Liftopram LS Tablet if I have/had kidney diseases?
Liftopram LS Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Liftopram LS Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
LiverCAUTION
Can I take Liftopram LS Tablet if I have/had liver diseases?
Liftopram LS Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Liftopram LS Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Liftopram LS Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Q. Are there any important warnings associated with use of Liftopram LS Tablet?
During the first few months of treatment, Liftopram LS Tablet may increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some patient, in the first few months of treatment. Patients having mood or behavioral disorders have a high risk of developing suicidal thoughts and actions. You should pay close attention and report your doctor of any such behavior or mood changes. Make sure that you visit the doctor for the scheduled follow-up appointments.
Q. Can I stop taking Liftopram LS Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, you should continue to take Liftopram LS Tablet, even if you feel well. If you stop Liftopram LS Tablet suddenly, serious withdrawal symptoms may occur. Consult your doctor if the symptoms are relieved, he might decrease your dose gradually.
Q. How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Liftopram LS Tablet?
There are reports that suggest that the use of Liftopram LS Tablet can cause weight gain. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. An important point to remember is that it is easier to prevent weight gain than to lose increased weight.
Q. Can the use of Liftopram LS Tablet cause sleepiness?
Yes, Liftopram LS Tablet can make you feel sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities till you know how this medicine affects you.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Liftopram LS Tablet?
No, do not drink alcohol while you are taking Liftopram LS Tablet. Drinking alcohol can increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Liftopram LS Tablet.
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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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