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Esium D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Other than this, Esium D has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Esium D. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Esium D include Dry Mouth. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Esium D as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Esium D 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.
In addition, Esium D's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Esium D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Esium D is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Esium D contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Esium D with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Esium D is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Esium D 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Esium D is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Esium D safe for pregnant women?
Esium D may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Esium D, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Esium D safe during breastfeeding?
Esium D may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Esium D on the Kidneys?
Using Esium D does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Esium D on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Esium D on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Esium D on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Esium D for the heart.
Esium D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Esium D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Esium D habit forming or addictive?
Esium D is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Esium D
You can take Esium D with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Esium D
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Esium D as it can have severe side effects.
Ideally, Esium D should be taken by mouth once daily but it can be taken twice in some cases depending on the severity of symptoms or as advised by your doctor. It should be taken before 30 minutes of eating food to prevent acidity and heartburn. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypersensitivity and improper liver function.
Yes, you can take Esium D for acidity as it decreases the release of acid in your stomach which is responsible for acidity, burping, and discomfort in your stomach. You are advised to take it before a meal or as prescribed by your doctor.
Esium D contains domperidone (dopamine D2-receptor antagonist). It works by inhibiting the neurotransmitter dopamine (a chemical messenger present in our body) from acting on the vomiting center present in the brain thus preventing nausea and vomiting which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
Yes, Esium D is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, itching, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Esium D is a brand name for domperidone. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as antiemetics (dopamine D2-receptor antagonist). It is mainly used for the treatment of nausea, vomiting, bloating and stomach fullness. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by certain medication used to treat Parkinson's disease.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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