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Esmocard is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. Other than this, Esmocard has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Esmocard depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Esmocard also has some side effects, the most common being Blurred vision. While these are the most often observed Esmocard side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Esmocard 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.
Esmocard's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Esmocard's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Esmocard related warnings section.
Esmocard is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes, Asthma, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) are examples of such conditions. The section on Esmocard contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Esmocard 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 Esmocard is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Esmocard is used to treat the following -
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 Esmocard safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Esmocard. If you are pregnant, do not take Esmocard without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Esmocard safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Esmocard on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Esmocard will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Esmocard on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Esmocard on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Esmocard on the Liver?
Esmocard does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Esmocard on the Heart?
Esmocard is rarely harmful for the heart.
Esmocard 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 Esmocard unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Esmocard habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Esmocard cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Esmocard can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Esmocard only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Esmocard cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Esmocard
Taking Esmocard with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Esmocard
Taking Esmocard with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Esmolol hydrochloride
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 149
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 522-524
