Esopram Information
Esopram is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses. Esopram also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Esopram depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Esopram side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Esopram are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Esopram is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Esopram's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Esopram contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Esopram with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Esopram, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Esopram Benefits & Uses
Esopram is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Panic Attack and Disorder
Esopram Dosage & How to Take
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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Esopram Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Esopram is used -
Moderate
- Ejaculation disorder
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
Esopram Related Warnings
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Is the use of Esopram safe for pregnant women?
Esopram can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Esopram, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Esopram safe during breastfeeding?
Esopram should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
Severe -
What is the effect of Esopram on the Kidneys?
Esopram has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Esopram on the Liver?
Esopram is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Esopram on the Heart?
Esopram is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Esopram with Other Drugs
Esopram should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Esopram Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Esopram unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Suicidal Tendency
- Bipolar Disorder
- Heart Disease
- Potassium Deficiency
- Calcium Deficiency
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Esopram
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Is this Esopram habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Esopram has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Esopram, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Esopram can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Esopram should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Esopram is useful in treating mental disorders.
Yes
Esopram Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Esopram
It is safe to take Esopram with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Esopram
Consumption of alcohol and Esopram together may have severe effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
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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
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
