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Etizola Plus 10 Tablet

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Product introduction

Etizola Plus 10 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat depression. It is a combination medicine that calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also increases the level of chemical messenger in the brain which improves mood.

Etizola Plus 10 Tablet can be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to 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 advised by your doctor as it has habit-forming potential. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop taking this medicine suddenly as this may cause withdrawal symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, memory impairment, low sexual desire, and delayed ejaculation. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Remember to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood as it can cause suicidal thoughts and can be dangerous for you. This medicine may cause weight gain and to control it, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly.

Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Etizola Plus Tablet

Benefits of Etizola Plus Tablet

In Depression

Etizola Plus 10 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. Etizola Plus 10 Tablet also 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.

Side effects of Etizola 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 Etizola Plus

  • Delayed ejaculation
  • Confusion
  • Vomiting
  • Memory impairment
  • Drowsiness
  • Tiredness
  • Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm)
  • Low sexual desire
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Uncoordinated body movements

How to use Etizola 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. Etizola Plus 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Etizola Plus Tablet works

Etizola Plus 10 Tablet is a combination of two medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Etizola Plus 10 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Etizola Plus 10 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Etizola Plus 10 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Etizola Plus 10 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Etizola Plus 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Etizola Plus 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Etizola Plus 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Etizola Plus 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Etizola Plus Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Etizola Plus 10 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

  • Etizola Plus 10 Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of depression.
  • It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
  • Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
  • Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
  • If you have diabetes, you will be asked to monitor your blood glucose level regularly as Etizola Plus 10 Tablet may affect the levels of sugar in your blood.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS

Patient concerns

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I have high blood pressure and taking revelol xl25 and telvas 20 daily and etizola.5 at night from 3 month I want to leave etizola when I dicont. It create prob.in sleep.how we leave etizola
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Internal Medicine
Consult a psychiatrist for de addiction
feel depression with Anxiety, negative thoughts. I am taking these medicines since last 2 years. According to doctor it's maintenance dose and will run long. from last 5-6 months I am not taking morning medicines and also not feeling any problem. pleas esuggest should I start morning dose again? And pleas suggest when should I stop these medicines. Thanks.
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
You can stop Etizola as it's only symptomatic , but Licab is a mood stabilizer and your doctor has added it for a reason, so discuss with your doctor before stopping it.
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FAQs

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Etizola Plus 10 Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack 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.

Are there any important warnings associated with use of Etizola Plus 10 Tablet?

During the first few months of treatment, Etizola Plus 10 Tablet may increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some patient, in the first few months of treatment. Patients having mood or behavioral disorders 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 Etizola Plus 10 Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, you should continue to take Etizola Plus 10 Tablet, even if you feel well. If you stop Etizola Plus 10 Tablet suddenly, serious withdrawal symptoms may occur. Consult your doctor if the symptoms are relieved, he might decrease your dose gradually.

How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Etizola Plus 10 Tablet?

There are reports that suggest that the use of Etizola Plus 10 Tablet can cause weight gain. 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 prevent weight gain than to lose increased weight.

Can the use of Etizola Plus 10 Tablet cause sleepiness?

Yes, Etizola Plus 10 Tablet can make you feel sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities till you know how this medicine affects you.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Etizola Plus 10 Tablet?

No, do not drink alcohol while you are taking Etizola Plus 10 Tablet. Drinking alcohol can increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Etizola Plus 10 Tablet.

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