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Espra 40 Tablet 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Espra 40 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Espra 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Espra. It is best to stop taking Espra immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Espra 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Espra may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Espra should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Espra 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Espra is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Espra 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Espra may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Espra 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Espra is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Espra 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Espra 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Espra 40 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Espra 40 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Espra 40 Tablet is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Espra 40 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Espra 40 Tablet
Taking Espra 40 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Espra 40 Tablet
Consuming Espra 40 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Research data from animal studies suggest that Espra may cause weight loss but till now sufficient data is not available regarding weight loss in humans. However, if you experience weight loss after taking this medicine, please inform the doctor to follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Espra may cause dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.
Avoid taking Espra with levothyroxine because it delays the absorption of levothyroxine and also affects the efficacy of levothyroxine. Please consult with your doctor before consuming these two drugs at the same time.
This is because a long-term use of Espra can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Yes, Espra is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the specific duration as directed by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at therapeutic doses such as stomach upset, cramp & muscle aches, headache, dizziness, and vomiting. If you experience above-mention side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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