Zaxine 75mg SR tablet

Introduction

Expert Advice

• Do not chew, crush, divide or dissolve extended release capsules in water. Swallow them whole. Capsule contents may be sprinkled onto a spoonful of applesauce and swallowed whole without chewing.
• Empty bladder(where urine is held) before taking this medication.
• Change your position slowly from sitting or lying to standing.
• On the start of therapy, the patient should be watched carefully for suicidal tendency by the caregiver or family of the patient.

Primary Uses

Indications

This medicine is used in the treatment of depressive illness.

Side Effects

The adverse effects of this medication are dizziness, dry mouth, insomnia (lack of sleep), nervousness, somnolence (increased sleep), agitation, anxiety, confusion, hypertonia (increased tone), paresthesia (increased numbness), tremor, nausea, sweating, and sexual dysfunction. Anorexia, depersonalization (a state in which one's thoughts and feelings become unreal), agitation,   abnormal dreams, headache, akathisia (it is a movement disorder characterized by a feeling of inner restlessness and inability to stay still), visual disturbances, tinnitus (ringing sound in the ears), tachycardia (increased heart rate), palpitations (increased throbbing of the  heart), hypertension (increased blood pressure), vasodilatation (increased dilatation of blood vessels), dyspnea (shortness of breath), yawning , GI upset, rash, pruritis (intense, severe itching), urinary disorders, menstrual disorders, asthenia (weakness of the muscle), fatigue, chills, raised  cholesterol, weight change. Rarely, neuroleptic malignant syndrome and  GI bleeding may also be seen with the use of this drug.  There are reports of hyponatremia (decreased sodium) and SIADH (a condition in which there is a retention of water in the body).

Contraindications

This medicine is contraindicated in patients with a very high risk of serious cardiac ventricular arrhythmias and uncontrolled hypertension.

FAQS

Should I take this medication with or without meals?

Take this medication with meals at the same time daily.

Can I drink coffee or tea during therapy?

Avoid alcohol and caffeine during therapy

Can I stop using this medication if my symptoms decrease?

Do not stop taking this medicine abruptly, gradually lower the dose and then stop. Consult your doctor for more advice.

Can I use aspirin along with treatment with this medication?

Do not take aspirin or Non-Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs (used for pain and fever) during therapy with this medication.

Can this medication be used in children?

This medication is not recommended for use in children.