Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of depression. This medicine helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that have a calming effect on the brain and relax the nerves, thus treating your depression.
Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, constipation, confusion, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), memory impairment, headache, ejaculation disorder, tiredness, erectile dysfunction, low sexual desire, and uncoordinated body movements. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
Before taking it, inform your doctor if you are suffering from thyroid or kidney disease, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, glaucoma, or any heart disease. You should not take this medicine if you are under the influence of alcohol or any sleep-inducing, cough, and/ or allergy medication. You should avoid alcohol while taking Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet, as it may worsen certain side effects.
Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, constipation, confusion, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), memory impairment, headache, ejaculation disorder, tiredness, erectile dysfunction, low sexual desire, and uncoordinated body movements. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
Before taking it, inform your doctor if you are suffering from thyroid or kidney disease, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, glaucoma, or any heart disease. You should not take this medicine if you are under the influence of alcohol or any sleep-inducing, cough, and/ or allergy medication. You should avoid alcohol while taking Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet, as it may worsen certain side effects.
Uses of Deswave Plus Tablet
Benefits of Deswave Plus Tablet
In Treatment of Depression
Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better and increases your energy levels. Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet prevents extreme changes in mood and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.
It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Side effects of Deswave Plus Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Deswave Plus
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Confusion
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Memory impairment
- Headache
- Ejaculation disorder
- Tiredness
- Erectile dysfunction
- Low sexual desire
- Uncoordinated body movements
- Depression
How to use Deswave Plus Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Deswave Plus Tablet works
Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines:.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Use of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Deswave Plus Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet for the treatment of depression.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
- It is also advisable to inform your doctor if you get aggressive, anxiety, trouble sleeping, an increase in activity or talking more than what is normal for you, and other unusual changes in behavior or mood.
- Do not stop taking Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
- If you have hypertension, monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet.
- Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
- You have been prescribed Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet for the treatment of depression.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
- It is also advisable to inform your doctor if you get aggressive, anxiety, trouble sleeping, an increase in activity or talking more than what is normal for you, and other unusual changes in behavior or mood.
- Do not stop taking Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
- If you have hypertension, monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet.
- Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Deswave Plus Tablet for?
Depression
80%
Others
20%
How much was the improvement?
Average
50%
Excellent
25%
Poor
25%
What were the side-effects while using Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet?
Nausea
25%
No Side Effec*
25%
Constipation
25%
Memory impair*
25%
*No Side Effect, Memory impairment
How do you take Deswave Plus Tablet?
With or witho*
50%
With food
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet on price
Not Expensive
50%
Expensive
33%
Average
17%
FAQs
Are there any important warnings associated with the use of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet?
During the first few months of treatment, Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet may increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some patients. Patients having mood or behavioral disorder have a high risk of developing suicidal thoughts and actions. You should pay close attention and report your doctor of any such behavior or mood changes. Make sure that you visit the doctor for the scheduled follow-up appointments.
Can I stop taking Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, you should continue to take Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet even if you feel well. If you stop Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet suddenly, serious withdrawal symptoms may occur. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually.
How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet?
There are reports that suggest association of weight gain with the use of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. An important point to remember is that it is easier to stop weight gain than losing increased weight.
Can the use of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet cause sleepiness?
Yes, Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet can make you feel sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how this medicine affects you.
Can the use of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet affect my sex life?
The use of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet can cause sexual side effects in both men and women. Most commonly caused problems are decreased sexual desire, erectile dysfunction (inability to develop or maintain the erection during the sexual activity) and inability to reach orgasm. It can also cause a decrease in satisfaction and cause discomfort while having sex. If you experience these problems, discuss with your doctor.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet?
No, do not drink alcohol while you are taking Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol can increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet.
How long does Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet take to work?
Everybody responds differently to the treatment. In general, it can take several weeks to feel the full benefits of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet, although some people may start to feel better sooner. When taking Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet, it is important to give it time to work.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Deswave Plus 50mg/0.5mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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Country of origin: India
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