Overdose of escitalopram oxalate tablets can produce toxic reactions. If the overdose is not large, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, tremor and other symptoms usually occur, the patient should be closely observed, pay attention to rest, be sure to drink a lot of water and self-induced vomiting, in order to reduce the absorption of the drug and promote drug excretion.
If taking oversized doses, patients may experience drowsiness, confusion, seizures, tachycardia, arrhythmia, metabolic acidosis, hypokalemia, etc. At this time, patients must be sent to the hospital at the first time, gastric lavage as early as possible, closely monitor all vital signs, keep the airway open, and give systemic supportive treatment.
The drug should be used strictly in accordance with medical advice, and the dose should not be increased or decreased at will.