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Does Prolonged Intake Of Nextio Plus Lead To Liver Damage?

Posted on Wed, 12 Mar 2014

Question: hi i have taken nextio plus for 6-8 mths does this effectd my liver

Answered by Dr. Indu Kumar (5 minutes later)

No there are o major side effects related to liver by this tablet.Dont worry.Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Indu Kumar (0 minute later)

hi i have taken nextio plus for 6-8 mths does this effectd my liver

Answered by Dr. Indu Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: Nextio plus doesn't cause liver damage. Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX Thanks for writing to HCM Chemical composition of Nextio plus is Escitalopram.It belongs to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) group of drugs.It is commonly used in treating depression,generalized anxiety disorder etc. Its side effect are nausea,dry mouth,trouble sleep,constipation,tiredness, drowsiness,dizziness,increased sweating etc. It doesn't cause any damage to the liver.Escitalopram is absolutely safe for prolong treatment. So,you don't worry about this.You are absolutely safe. Get well soon. Hope i have answered your query. Further queries are most welcome. Take Care Dr.Indu XXXXXXX

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Indu Kumar (1 hour later)

thanks does it is ok to stop.taking nexito plus tablet now

Answered by Dr. Indu Kumar (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer: No,you shouldn't abruptly stop it. Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX Thanks for writing back No,you shouldn't abruptly stop it.It may aggravate your symptoms. Due to sudden stoppage,you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as mood changes,irritability,agitation,dizziness,anxiety,confusion,headache,tiredness etc. It should be tapered gradually. It must be stopped after consultation with your doctor. Get well soon. Hope i have answered your query. Further queries are most welcome. Take Care Dr.Indu XXXXXXX

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Indu Kumar (21 minutes later)

and while using nexito 2 times i had citrizen tablet is it is ok

Answered by Dr. Indu Kumar (19 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Please find detail answer below. Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX Thanks for writing back Yes,you can take tablet cetrizine if it is indicated but you should avoid hazardous activities requiring mental alertness and motor coordination. This combination can cause dizziness,clumsiness etc. Get well soon. Hope i have answered your query. Further queries are most welcome. Take Care Dr.Indu XXXXXXX

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar