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Esipram 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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Is the use of Esipram safe for pregnant women?
Esipram can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Esipram, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Esipram safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Esipram. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Esipram on the Kidneys?
Esipram rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Esipram on the Liver?
Esipram is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Esipram on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Esipram on the heart have been reported.
Esipram 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 Esipram unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Esipram habit forming or addictive?
Esipram does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Esipram you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Esipram is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Esipram is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Esipram
You can take Esipram with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Esipram
Taking Esipram with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Esipram is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking it.
Yes, Esipram is used in the treatment of anxiety. It has been found to be very effective in reducing anxiety in the patients.
Yes, Esipram causes sleepiness or drowsiness but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug.
No, Esipram should not be discontinued without doctors advice because sudden discontinuation of this drug can result in very unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Esipram causes withdrawal symptoms when the drug is suddenly discontinued after long-term treatment. These withdrawal symptoms can include seizures, dysphoria (unease or dissatisfaction), vomiting, sweating, uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body, stomach or muscle cramps, anxiety, or difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lexapro® (escitalopram oxalate)
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