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Estajoy is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression. The alternative uses of Estajoy have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Estajoy is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Estajoy can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Estajoy are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Estajoy has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Estajoy's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Estajoy have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Estajoy may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Estajoy is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Estajoy is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Estajoy is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Estajoy safe for pregnant women?
Estajoy may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Estajoy again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Estajoy safe during breastfeeding?
Estajoy should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Estajoy on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Estajoy on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Estajoy on the Liver?
Estajoy has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Estajoy on the Heart?
Estajoy may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Estajoy should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Estajoy unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Estajoy habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Estajoy has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Estajoy, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Estajoy can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Estajoy only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Estajoy is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Estajoy
Taking Estajoy with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Estajoy
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Estajoy as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Estajoy can be taken with lorazepam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Estajoy along with lorazepam if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Estajoy has been reported to cause temporary hairloss but this occurs very rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. This hairloss is temporary in nature and hair growth is restored after discontinuation of this drug. You are advised to inform your doctor and take prevention methods to stop hairfall as much as possible during the course of this drug.
Yes, Estajoy may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Estajoy sometimes causes low levels of sodium (hyponatremia) which leads to increased thirst. This side effect is reversible and it goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
Yes, Estajoy is used in the treatment of anxiety. It has been found to be very effective in reducing anxiety in the patients.
Yes, Estajoy causes sleepiness or drowsiness but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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