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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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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.
No, Estajoy 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.
Patients who are suffering from major depressive disorder may experience a change in behaviour, suicidal and self-inflicting thought whether they are taking Estajoy 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 is used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It has been found to be effective in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder alone or in combination with psychotherapy.
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.
No, Estajoy is not an antipsychotic drug. It contains escitalopram which 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.
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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
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