Pentoxol-M 0.5mg/10mg tablet 10x10's

Description

Description

It is used in the management of anxiety, depression, and apathy (lack of enthusiasm, interest or concern).

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Ingredients

• Flupenthixol (0.5 mg)
• Melitracen (10 mg)

Directions For Use

Directions for use

• Take exactly as directed by your doctor.
• Do not exceed or decrease the recommended dose.

Storage

Store at room temperature away from direct heat or sunlight. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Safety Information/Precautions

Precautions

• Patients with a history of using tranquilizers (anti-anxiety medicine) are advised to withdraw the use of this medicine gradually
• Patients with kidney disease
• Patients with liver disease
• Patients with heart disease
• Patients with Epilepsy and Parkinson’s disease
• Glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye)
• Thyroid disorders
• Prostatic hypertrophy
• Myasthenia gravis (muscular disorder)
• Pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal gland)
• Patients with risk of Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
• Risk of blood dyscrasias (disorder of the blood)
• Monitor for suicidal thoughts/attempts

When not to use

Use of this medicine is prohibited in people with the following:

• untreated narrow-angle glaucoma (build-up of pressure in the eye)
• improper heart rate
• intoxication of alcohol
• barbiturate (anticonvulsant)
• opiate (painkiller)
• anxiety disorders
• history of using MAO-inhibitor (antidepressants) in past two weeks
• patients recovering from myocardial infarction (heart attack)

Side effects

Its side effects are transient (gradual) restlessness and insomnia (inability to sleep).

Pregnancy

It is not recommended to use during pregnancy.

Lactation

It is not recommended to use in lactating females.

Faqs

Is this medication a sleeping pill?

This medication has a sedative effect.  Consult your prescribing doctor before taking this medication.

Is this medication an anti-depressant?

 This medication is commonly prescribed for anxiety disorders.

How long does this medication take to act?

This medication usually takes about an hour to act. Consult your doctor for further details.

How often can I take this medication?

Take pentoxol-M 0.5mg/10mg tablet according to your doctor’s instructions.

What are the common side effects of this medication?

It may cause drowsiness and dizziness.