Beecital ES 10mg Tablet is widely prescribed to treat depression and other mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It is a type of antidepressant known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).

Beecital ES 10mg Tablet is used to treat depression and Anxiety.

Uses of Beecital ES Tablet

Benefits of Beecital ES Tablet

In Treatment of Depression

Beecital ES 10mg Tablet works by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in the brain. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, and helps you sleep better. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants. It usually takes 4-6 weeks for this medicine to work so you need to keep taking it even if you feel it is not working. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.

In Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Beecital ES 10mg Tablet helps relieve symptoms of many anxiety disorders including obsessive-compulsive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in your brain. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants and is normally taken once a day. It helps you feel calm with a better ability to deal with problems. Exercise and a healthy diet can also improve your mood. Keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop.

In Treatment of Panic disorder

Beecital ES 10mg Tablet can help relieve symptoms of many panic disorders including panic attacks. It can help you feel calmer and improve your ability to deal with problems. Do not stop taking it, even when you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.

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Side effects of Beecital ES 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

Common side effects of Beecital ES

Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm) in women
Decreased libido
Delayed ejaculation
Fatigue
Increased sweating
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nausea
Sleepiness

How to use Beecital ES 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. Beecital ES 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Beecital ES Tablet works

Beecital ES 10mg Tablet is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. This improves mood and physical symptoms of depression and also relieves symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Beecital ES 10mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Beecital ES 10mg 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Beecital ES 10mg 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

Beecital ES 10mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Beecital ES 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Beecital ES 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Beecital ES 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Beecital ES 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Take it in the morning since it can keep you awake if taken late at night.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
It has a lower chance of causing sexual dysfunction than other similar medications.
The addiction or dependence potential of Beecital ES 10mg Tablet is very less.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
Some people can develop dizziness or drowsiness after taking this medicine. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenylbutylamine Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Selective Seretonin Reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

Patient concerns

PANIC ATTACK ANXIETY DISORDER T

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Anxiety is the result of a hyperarousal state of nervous system due to a low threshold for threat perception. In simpler words, it's an ongoing flight or fight response. It can elicit a neuro-hormonal response understood as Flight or Fright reaction kicking in physiological cascade of symptoms ranging from palpitations, tachycardia, breathlessness, increased bowel movement, increase frequency of urination, dizziness, muscle tension or pain, trembling, dizziness, blurring of vision to restlessness, confusion and fainting spells. Chronic stress causes prolonged anxiety response with the consequences of slowed me ration, lack of concentration, headaches, fluctuations in blood pressure and increased wear and tear of body tissues. Identifying your stressors, learning to deal with them, de stressing regularly by doing something that makes one feel good, yoga and meditation are some non pharmacological strategies to deal with it. If the condition is persisting for a long time, it's better to see a psychiatrist.

panic disorder, hypochondria syndrome & anxiety neurosis

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Continue medicines as prescribed and follow up with your psychiatrist

Mental Depression , Anxiety disorder

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. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.

I am suffering from acute anxiety disorder and panic attack kindly suggest me I am suffering from acute anxiety disorder and panic attack kindly suggest me

Dr. Manju Singh

Homeopathy

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Mixed anxiety depressive disorder

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

What are possible physical symptoms of anxiety disorder and depression.

Dr. Subrata Naskar

Psychiatry

Hi PATIENT me clear that for you. Depression is usually associated with a lot of physical symptoms like increased fatigue, decreased amount of sleep or interrupted sleep, loss of appetite usually cause more than 5% body weight loss, loss of libido. But its effect is mainly psychological whivh causes persist low mood, inability to enjoy pleasurable activities, low self esteem, bleak view of the future, guilty feeling etc. These symptoms have to be present persistently for 2 weeks to be called depression. On the other hand, anxiety has two main components, worry and fear. The common physical complaints are extreme sweating, butterfly like feeling in stomach, fidgetiness, increased frequency of urination. If associated with panic attacks, there is often palpitation, respiratory distress, dryness of throat, a sense of doom. Anxiety disorders are of various types and each have varied specific set of symptoms, but these are usually in common.

I had sleep disorder due to panic disorder. Every day feeling discomfort of gastric die to not getting sound sleep

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Sleep problems are often caused by underlying physical and/ or psychological cause. This requires examination of the patient so that proper treatment can be initiated. Often stress/ anxiety/ depression or mood disorder needs to be dealt with and sleeping pills are not adequate treatment. Please go through the link below for further understanding- Sleep Disorders ? Demythifying http://drjyotikapoor.com/2015/01/26/sleep-disorders/

FAQs

Q. How long does it take for Beecital ES 10mg Tablet to work?

Usually, it will take about 2-4 weeks before you start feeling better, however, full benefits may take a little longer. Therefore, do not stop taking Beecital ES 10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Talk to your doctor if taking the medicine does not make you feel better or you feel worse even after taking the medicine.

Q. What are the most common side effects of Beecital ES 10mg Tablet?

The most common side effects of Beecital ES 10mg Tablet are headache and nausea. Other common side effects include blocked or runny nose, decreased or increased appetite, anxiety, restlessness, and abnormal dreams. You may also experience sleepiness or difficulty falling asleep, dizziness, yawning, tremors, diarrhea, or constipation. Other side effects of Beecital ES 10mg Tablet may be vomiting, dry mouth, increased sweating, fatigue, fever, increase in weight, and pain in muscles and joints. Using this medicine may even cause delayed ejaculation, problems with erection, decreased sexual drive and women may experience difficulty in achieving orgasm.

Q. What is Beecital ES 10mg Tablet used for?

Beecital ES 10mg Tablet is used to treat depression and anxiety disorders such as social phobia, anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Q. Is Beecital ES 10mg Tablet dangerous?

The use of Beecital ES 10mg Tablet in children, adolescents, and young adults may increase their risk of experiencing suicidal tendencies. You should always discuss the risks and benefits of taking Beecital ES 10mg Tablet with your doctor before taking it. Remember that children younger than 12 years of age should not be given Beecital ES 10mg Tablet.

Q. Is Beecital ES 10mg Tablet better taken at night or in the morning?

It is usually recommended to take Beecital ES 10mg Tablet once a day in the morning since it can keep you awake if taken late at night. You can take it with or without food. You should prefer to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it.

Q. Can I stop taking Beecital ES 10mg Tablet on my own?

Beecital ES 10mg Tablet should not be stopped abruptly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Though the withdrawal symptoms are usually mild and disappear within 2 weeks, it is not recommended to stop it without consulting your doctor. You should rather consult your doctor who will reduce the dose gradually.

Q. What are the withdrawal symptoms one may experience?

The withdrawal symptoms include dizziness, sleep disturbances like vivid dreams, nightmares and inability to sleep, anxiety, and headaches. You may also get burning sensations and electric shock sensations. Withdrawal symptoms may also include nausea, sweating including night sweats, restlessness or agitation, tremors, confusion, irritability, diarrhea, visual disturbances, and palpitations.

Q. What if I accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Beecital ES 10mg Tablet?

If you accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Beecital ES 10mg Tablet, seek immediate medical attention in a nearby hospital or call your doctor immediately. The symptoms of overdose dizziness, tremor, agitation, convulsion, coma, nausea, and vomiting. You may also experience changes in heart rhythm, decreased blood pressure, and change in body fluid/salt balance.

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Beecital ES 10mg Tablet

Product introduction

Uses of Beecital ES Tablet

Benefits of Beecital ES Tablet

In Treatment of Depression

In Treatment of Anxiety disorder

In Treatment of Panic disorder

Side effects of Beecital ES Tablet

Common side effects of Beecital ES

How to use Beecital ES Tablet

How Beecital ES Tablet works

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

Q. How long does it take for Beecital ES 10mg Tablet to work?

Q. What are the most common side effects of Beecital ES 10mg Tablet?

Q. What is Beecital ES 10mg Tablet used for?

Q. Is Beecital ES 10mg Tablet dangerous?

Q. Is Beecital ES 10mg Tablet better taken at night or in the morning?

Q. Can I stop taking Beecital ES 10mg Tablet on my own?

Q. What are the withdrawal symptoms one may experience?

Q. What if I accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Beecital ES 10mg Tablet?

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