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Esjoy 20 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression. The alternative uses of Esjoy 20 Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Esjoy 20 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Esjoy 20 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Esjoy 20 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Esjoy 20 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Esjoy 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Esjoy 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Esjoy 20 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Esjoy 20 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Esjoy 20 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Esjoy 20 Tablet 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 Esjoy 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Esjoy can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Esjoy, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Esjoy 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Esjoy may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Esjoy 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Esjoy has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Esjoy 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Esjoy rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Esjoy 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Esjoy has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Esjoy 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Esjoy 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Esjoy 20 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Esjoy 20 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Esjoy 20 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Esjoy 20 Tablet works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Esjoy 20 Tablet
You can take Esjoy 20 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Esjoy 20 Tablet
Consuming Esjoy 20 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Esjoy is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Esjoy is used in the treatment of anxiety. It has been found to be very effective in reducing anxiety in the patients.
Yes, Esjoy can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Esjoy along with paracetamol if it does not exceed the recommended doses.
Yes, Esjoy 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.
For treatment of anxiety Esjoy is usually given upto 8 weeks and for the treatment of depression, the duration of treatment may vary depending upon the severity of depression. Take Esjoy as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
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References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 461
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