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Esivac is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Solution. It is primarily used for the treatment of Constipation. The alternative uses of Esivac have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Esivac depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Esivac have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Esivac 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 Esivac has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Esivac has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Esivac related warnings section.
Esivac can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Esivac in conditions like Galactosemia. The section on Esivac contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Esivac may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Esivac is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Esivac 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Esivac is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Esivac safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Esivac in pregnant women.
Is the use of Esivac safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Esivac for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Esivac on the Kidneys?
Esivac is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Esivac on the Liver?
Esivac does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Esivac on the Heart?
You can take Esivac without any fear of damage to the heart.
Esivac 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 Esivac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Esivac habit forming or addictive?
Esivac is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Esivac since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Esivac only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Esivac is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Esivac
Taking Esivac with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Esivac
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Esivac with alcohol will be.
Yes, it is safe to take Esivac for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor, provided you take the exact prescribed amount. However, in some people, Esivac may cause some side effects like nausea, vomiting, gas, diarrhea, stomach pain or cramps. If any of these side effects occur, one must speak to the doctor immediately.
Yes, one can have an allergic reaction to Esivac. In case you develop an allergic reaction, please stop using Esivac and talk to your doctor immediately.
No, it is not recommended that you use Esivac with other laxatives as this might lead to diarrhea and hence, severe dehydration. It is also recommended that you talk to your doctor before taking any other laxative.
Esivac is a disaccharide or a sugar which is a synthesized from fructose and galactose. It is used for the treatment of constipation majorly. In some cases, this drug is also given to treat liver diseases such as hepatic encephalopathy (decline in brain function that occurs as a result of severe liver disease).
Esivac is available in the form of liquid to be taken orally. For the management of constipation, it is usually, taken once a day and for the management of a liver disease, it is usually taken 3 to 4 times a day. It is important to take the quantity exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Taking higher or the lower dose may have an adverse effect, therefore, one should always be compliant with the prescription label or doctor's recommendation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 739
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 676
