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Eslova is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Eslova have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Eslova is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Eslova also has some side effects, the most common being Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Eslova as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Eslova normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Eslova is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Eslova has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Eslova related warnings section.
Eslova is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Eslova contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Eslova may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Eslova is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Eslova 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 Eslova is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Eslova safe for pregnant women?
Eslova should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Eslova safe during breastfeeding?
Eslova has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Eslova on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Eslova. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Eslova on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Eslova. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Eslova only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Eslova on the Heart?
Eslova is rarely harmful for the heart.
Eslova 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 Eslova unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Eslova habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Eslova is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Eslova
Taking Eslova with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Eslova
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Eslova as it can have severe side effects.
Eslova is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.
Eslova comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Eslova can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Eslova is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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