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All Details About Esfany Tablet
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Esfany Tablet
Description:
Esfany Tablet is widely prescribed to treat depression and other mental health conditions like anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It is a type of antidepressant known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).Esfany Tablet helps recover from depression by improving mood and relieving anxiety and tension. It can be taken with or without food. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor based on the amount needed to control your symptoms. Your doctor may start you on a lower dose and increase it gradually. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well. Doing so may make your condition worse or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, dizziness, sleep disturbances.
To get the most benefit, take this medicine regularly at the same time each day. Your doctor may advise you to take it in the morning if you have trouble sleeping. It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, fatigue, increased sweating, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), decreased sexual drive, delayed ejaculation, and women may experience difficulties achieving orgasm. Some people may experience sleepiness after taking this medicine. Let your doctor know straight away if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.
Earlier taking Esfany Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits), diabetes, liver or kidney disease, any heart problems, or are currently taking medicines for depression known as MAO inhibitors. These may affect your treatment. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.
Uses:
- Treatment of Depression
- Treatment of Apprehension disorder
- Treatment of Panic disorder
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Esfany
- Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm) in women
- Decreased libido
- Delayed ejaculation
- Chubbyigue
- Increased sweating
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Nausea
- Sleepiness
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themWarning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Esfany Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Esfany Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Esfany Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Esfany Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Esfany Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Esfany Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Esfany Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Esfany Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. How long does it take for Esfany Tablet to work?
Usually, it will take about 2-4 weeks before you start feeling better, however, full benefits may take a little longer. Therefore, do not stop taking Esfany Tablet without consulting your doctor. Communicate to your doctor if taking the medicine does not make you feel better or you feel worse even after taking the medicine.
Q. What are the most common side effects of Esfany Tablet?
The most common side effects of Esfany Tablet are headache and nausea. Other common side effects include blocked or runny nose, decreased or increased appetite, anxiety, restlessness, and abnormal dreams. You may also experience sleepiness or difficulty falling asleep, dizziness, yawning, tremors, diarrhea, or constipation. Other side effects of Esfany Tablet may be vomiting, dry mouth, increased sweating, fatigue, fever, increase in weight, and pain in muscles and joints. Using this medicine may even cause delayed ejaculation, problems with erection, decreased sexual drive and women may experience difficulty in achieving orgasm.
Q. What is Esfany Tablet used for?
Esfany Tablet is used to treat depression and anxiety disorders such as social phobia, anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Q. Is Esfany Tablet dangerous?
The use of Esfany Tablet in children, adolescents, and young adults may increase their risk of experiencing suicidal tendencies. You should always discuss the risks and benefits of taking Esfany Tablet with your doctor before taking it. Remember that children younger than 12 years of age should not be given Esfany Tablet.
Q. Is Esfany Tablet better taken at night or in the morning?
It is usually recommended to take Esfany Tablet once a day in the morning since it can keep you awake if taken late at night. You can take it with or without food. You should prefer to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it.
Q. Can I stop taking Esfany Tablet on my own?
Esfany Tablet should not be stopped abruptly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Though the withdrawal symptoms are usually mild and disappear within 2 weeks, it is not recommended to stop it without consulting your doctor. You should rather consult your doctor who will reduce the dose gradually.
Q. What are the withdrawal symptoms one may experience?
The withdrawal symptoms include dizziness, sleep disturbances like vivid dreams, nightmares and inability to sleep, anxiety, and headaches. You may also get burning sensations and electric shock sensations. Withdrawal symptoms may also include nausea, sweating including night sweats, restlessness or agitation, tremors, confusion, irritability, diarrhea, visual disturbances, and palpitations.
Q. What if I accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Esfany Tablet?
If you accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Esfany Tablet, seek immediate medical attention in a nearby hospital or call your doctor immediately. The symptoms of overdose dizziness, tremor, agitation, convulsion, coma, nausea, and vomiting. You may also experience changes in heart rhythm, decreased blood pressure, and change in body fluid/salt balance.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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