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Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression. The alternative uses of Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Estajoy 20 Mg 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 Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet 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 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet 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 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet
Taking Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet
Taking alcohol with Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.
Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet is a brand name of escitalopram and it comes in the form of a tablet (solid unit dosage form). It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It is used for the treatment of depression (major depressive disorder) and anxiety (generalized anxiety disorder). It is also used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic disorder with or without agoraphobia.
No, Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet does not cause significant weight gain. However, if you notice any unusual weight gain while taking this drug, then there is a possibility that it might be due to some medical condition or a sedentary lifestyle. You are advised to do brisk walking daily to keep yourself active and maintaining a healthy weight.
No, Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking it.
Patients who are suffering from major depressive disorder may experience a change in behaviour, suicidal and self-inflicting thought whether they are taking Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet or not and this risk may remain till significant remission of depression. If you are experiencing mood fluctuations, life-threatening, distorted thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet can be taken with alprazolam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Estajoy 20 Mg Tablet along with alprazolam if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lexapro® (escitalopram oxalate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 461
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 520-522
