acetocalm tablet - Escitalopram Oxalate (10mg) medicine

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๐Ÿญ Aletheia Medicare Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 26, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
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Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 26, 2026

What is acetocalm tablet used for?

Anxiset-E Tablet (Escitalopram Oxalate) is used to treat NEURO CNS. It contains Escitalopram Oxalate (10mg), which Selectively inhibits serotonin reuptake, increasing serotonin levels in the syna. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Escitalopram Oxalate
  • Manufacturer: Aletheia Medicare Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? The Indian pharmaceutical market is expected to reach $130 billion by 2030.

๐Ÿ’Š acetocalm tablet Uses & Benefits

Major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Off-label uses: Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders.

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Escitalopram Oxalate
Brand NameAnxiset-E Tablet
ManufacturerAletheia Medicare Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassNEURO CNS
Action ClassSelective Seretonin Reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
Route of AdministrationOral.
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from moisture.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed after oral administration; food does not affect absorption.
DistributionDistributed throughout the body; volume of distribution approximately 12-26 L/kg.
Protein BindingApproximately 56% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismPrimarily hepatic via CYP3A4 and CYP2C19; forms S-desmethylcitalopram (active) and other metabolites.
Half-LifeApproximately 27-32 hours.
ExcretionExcreted primarily in urine (about 8% as unchanged drug) and feces.
BioavailabilityApproximately 80%.
Onset of Action1-2 weeks for therapeutic effect; may take up to 4 weeks.
Peak Plasma TimeApproximately 5 hours.
Duration of Action24 hours (once-daily dosing).

How It Works

Selectively inhibits serotonin reuptake, increasing serotonin levels in the synaptic cleft.

Mechanism Steps

1Escitalopram binds to the serotonin transporter (SERT) on presynaptic neurons.
2Inhibits reuptake of serotonin into the presynaptic neuron.
3Increases serotonin concentration in the synaptic cleft.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take acetocalm tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of acetocalm tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Insomnia
  • Fatigue
  • Somnolence
  • Dry mouth
  • Sweating
  • Sexual dysfunction

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Serotonin syndrome
  • QT prolongation
  • Seizures
  • Hyponatremia
  • Suicidal thoughts

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Hepatotoxicity
  • Agranulocytosis
  • Angle-closure glaucoma
  • Priapism

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
MAOIs Major Risk of serotonin syndrome
Warfarin Major Increased bleeding risk
NSAIDs Moderate Increased bleeding risk
Lithium Moderate Increased risk of serotonin syndrome
St. John's Wort Moderate Increased risk of serotonin syndrome

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • MAOIs
  • Linezolid
  • Methylene Blue
  • Pimozide
  • Warfarin

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • NSAIDs
  • Aspirin
  • Cimetidine
  • Lithium
  • Triptans
  • St. John's Wort

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • CYP2C19 inhibitors
  • CYP3A4 inhibitors

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

Avoid alcohol; may increase CNS depression and impair judgment.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Concurrent use with MAOIs, hypersensitivity to escitalopram, linezolid, methylene blue.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Mental status, suicidal ideation, serotonin syndrome symptoms, bleeding signs, ECG if high risk.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; caution advised.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Supportive care; monitor ECG, serotonin syndrome; no specific antidote.

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 26, 2026

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๐Ÿ”„ Substitutes for acetocalm tablet

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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