Esokem IT 40mg/150mg Capsule SR is taken
without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose
you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the
medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your
doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may
come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know
about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be
affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects include
nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, flatulence, and
increased saliva production. Most of these are temporary and usually
resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all
concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause
dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires
mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid
drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your
sleepiness. Lifestyle modifications like having cold milk and avoiding
hot tea, coffee, spicy food or chocolate can help you to get better
results.
Before you start taking this medicine it is important to
inform your doctor if you are suffering from kidney or liver disease.
You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy
or breastfeeding.