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    Pentoxol-M 0.5/10Mg Tablets 100S (Pack Size 10 X 10S)

    Brand : scotman pharmaceuticals

    Rs. 68.40

    Rs. 72.00

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    SPECIFICATION

    Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

    Yes

    Generics

    Flupenthixol HCl , Melitracen HCl

    Used For

    Depression

    How it works

    Flupenthixol acts by blocking the dopamine (a neurotransmitter) receptors in the brain cells. Excess amount of dopamine receptors normally act to modify behavior and over-stimulation resulting in psychotic illness. Flupenthixol blocks these receptors to control psychotic illness. Thus it is neuroleptic with anxiolytic and antidepressant properties.

    USAGE AND SAFETY

    Dosage

    Flupenthixol HCl , Melitracen HCl

    Side Effects

    Transient restlessness and insomnia, Dry mouth, etc.

    Drug Interactions

    Alcohol, barbiturates and other CNS depressants. MAO-inhibitors,neuroleptics, guanethidine, adrenaline and noradrenaline.

    Indication

    lt is Indicated for the management of anxiety, depression, apathy, psychogenic depression, depressive neuroses, masked depression, psychosomatic affections accompanied by anxiety and apathy, menopausal depressions, dysphoria and depression in alcoholics & drug addicts.

    When not to Use

    Not recommended for excitable or overactive patients since its activating effect may lead to exaggeration of these characteristics. If the patient has previously been treated with tranquillizers or neuroleptics withsedative effect, these should be withdrawn gradually.

    PRECAUTIONS

    Precaution

    Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children. Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

    WARNINGS

    Warning 1

    It should be used with caution in patients with organic brain syndrome, convulsion, urinary retention, hyperthyroidism and advanced hepatic or cardiovascular disease. It should not be administered together with MAOIs.

    Warning 2

    Suicide/suicidal thoughts or clinical worsening.

    Warning 3

    It should be used with caution in patients receiving SSRIs.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    Pregnancy category

    Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

    Storage (YES/NO)

    Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

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