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Ufrim Tablet: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Ufrim Tablet (Escitalopram) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

Prescription

Form

TABLET

Strength

Escitalopram 10mg

Manufacturer

High-Q Pharmaceuticals

Estimated price

Price not listed

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What is Ufrim Tablet used for?

  • Major depressive disorder (major depression)
  • Generalized anxiety disorder (generalized anxiety)
  • Panic disorder (panic attacks)
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Important warnings

  • Do not use if you are allergic to Escitalopram
  • Avoid if you have recently taken MAO inhibitors

Ufrim Tablet Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
Brand NameUfrim
Generic NameEscitalopram
StrengthEscitalopram 10mg
FormTablet
Drug ClassSSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor)
ManufacturerHigh-Q Pharmaceuticals
PrescriptionRx (doctor ke baghair na lein)
PriceRs. 250 - 450 approx
Packaging10 tablets blister pack

2. What is Ufrim Tablet? (Ufrim Tablet kya hai)

Ufrim Tablet is a medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan for various mental health conditions. Its active ingredient, Escitalopram, belongs to the SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor) class of drugs. This medication works by regulating serotonin levels in the brain, which helps manage symptoms associated with depression and anxiety disorders. It's important to follow your doctor’s prescription regarding dosage and duration.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • Major depressive disorder (major depression)
  • Generalized anxiety disorder (generalized anxiety)
  • Panic disorder (panic attacks)
  • Social anxiety disorder (social anxiety)
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (obsessive compulsive)
  • Loss of appetite (appetite loss)
  • Poor concentration and sleep (poor focus and sleep)
  • Impulsive behaviors (binge eating) (impulsive behavior)

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

  • Individuals with major depressive disorder
  • People suffering from generalized anxiety disorder
  • Those experiencing panic attacks

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • If you are allergic to Escitalopram or any of its ingredients
  • If you have recently taken MAO inhibitors (within the last 14 days)
  • If you have a history of mania

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

  • As prescribed
  • Weight-based dose
  • Recommended limit se zyada na len
  • Agar dose bhool jayein to yaad aane par le lein. Agar agli dose ka waqt qareeb ho to dose skip karein. Double dose kabhi na lein.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

  • Once daily (roz ek dafa)
  • Same time (har din aik hi waqt)
  • Morning preferred (subah lena behtar)
  • With or without food (khane ke sath ya baghair)

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

  • Morning (subah)
  • Daily same time (routine maintain karein)

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

  • Dono taraf se le sakte hain — khali pait ya khane ke baad. Agar stomach sensitive ho to khane ke baad lena behtar hai.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • Do not use if you are allergic to Escitalopram
  • Avoid if you have recently taken MAO inhibitors

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

  • Cool aur dry jagah rakhein
  • Direct sunlight se door rakhein
  • Bachon ki pahunch se door rakhein

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

  • Nausea, Dizziness, Dry mouth
  • Breathing issue, Fainting, Severe swelling

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

  • MAO inhibitors
  • SSRIs

BP zyada gir sakta hai — danger ho sakta hai.

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

  • Severe stomach pain
  • Chest pain
  • Saans phoolna

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

Brand NameCompanySalt (Generic)
Generic brandVariousEscitalopram
Alternative brandVariousEscitalopram

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

Pack SizePrice (Approx)
10 tabletsRs. 250 - 450 approx

(Note: Price pharmacy aur packing size par depend karti hai)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Ufrim Tablet kis kaam aati hai?

A: Yeh doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Q: Kitni mg ki hoti hai?

A: Exact strength pack label aur doctor ki advice se pata chalega.

Q: Pakistan mein price kitni hai?

A: Price city aur pharmacy ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam local store ya online listing se verify karein.

Q: Pregnancy mein safe hai?

A: Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Q: Nuksanat kya hain?

A: Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2025-10-06 Last Updated: 2026-04-23

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Is page ki maloomat sirf awareness ke liye hai. Yeh medical advice nahi hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein. PakVita kisi bhi nuksaan ki zimmedari nahi leta.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ufrim Tablet kis kaam aati hai?

Yeh doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Kitni mg ki hoti hai?

Exact strength pack label aur doctor ki advice se pata chalega.

Pakistan mein price kitni hai?

Price city aur pharmacy ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam local store ya online listing se verify karein.

Pregnancy mein safe hai?

Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Nuksanat kya hain?

Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Products Database Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) World Health Organization
  3. British National Formulary (BNF) BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.