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Estaram is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Estaram depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Estaram 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 Estaram safe for pregnant women?
Estaram may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Estaram, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Estaram safe during breastfeeding?
Estaram may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Estaram on the Kidneys?
Estaram rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Estaram on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Estaram on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Estaram on the Heart?
Side effects of Estaram rarely affect the heart.
Estaram 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 Estaram unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Estaram habit forming or addictive?
Estaram does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Estaram, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Estaram can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Estaram is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Estaram works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Estaram
You can take Estaram with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Estaram
Taking alcohol with Estaram can be dangerous.
Yes, Estaram may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Estaram sometimes causes low levels of sodium (hyponatremia) which leads to increased thirst. This side effect is reversible and it goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
Yes, Estaram is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects are observed at regular doses these are dry mouth, dizziness, and headache. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Patients who are suffering from major depressive disorder may experience a change in behaviour, suicidal and self-inflicting thought whether they are taking Estaram 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.
No, Estaram is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Estaram is used in the treatment of anxiety. It has been found to be very effective in reducing anxiety in the patients.
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