Nexito
Nexito contains Escitalopram, which is a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin, a natural chemical messenger in the brain that helps maintain mental balance, thereby improving mood, reducing anxiety, and treating panic attacks.
Dosage by Body Weight
The standard starting dose for adults is typically 10 mg once daily, taken in the morning or evening, with or without food. Based on individual response, a physician may increase the dosage up to a maximum of 20 mg daily. This medication must be taken exactly as prescribed and should not be discontinued abruptly without consulting a doctor.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- SSRIs are not indicated for children in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Not recommended for pediatric use in this weight/age group.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Clinical data is insufficient; use is generally restricted to adults and adolescents over 12 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients under the age of 12 or below standard adolescent weights have not been established.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | SSRIs are not indicated for children in this weight range. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Not recommended for pediatric use in this weight/age group. |
| 11-15 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Clinical data is insufficient; use is generally restricted to adults and adolescents over 12 years of age. |
| 16-20 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients under the age of 12 or below standard adolescent weights have not been established. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment of major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Generic Name
EscitalopramScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.