Fibrocet 25 Tablet
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Product introduction
Fibrocet 25 Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of fibromyalgia (a condition in which there are generalized pain and tenderness in the body) and depression. It works by increasing the level of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), helping in faster recovery.
Fibrocet 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), constipation, anxiety, decreased appetite, increased sweating, and sexual dysfunction. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
Before taking Fibrocet 25 Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys, heart, liver, or have a history of seizures (epilepsy or fits). Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts.
Fibrocet 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), constipation, anxiety, decreased appetite, increased sweating, and sexual dysfunction. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own in some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
Before taking Fibrocet 25 Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys, heart, liver, or have a history of seizures (epilepsy or fits). Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts.
Uses of Fibrocet Tablet
Benefits of Fibrocet Tablet
In Fibromyalgia
Fibrocet 25 Tablet may also be used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It reduces pain and also the mood changes, sleep problems, and tiredness that can be caused by the pain. It interferes with pain messages traveling through the brain. Taking this medicine regularly will have an impact on your overall quality of life. Keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop.
In Depression
Fibrocet 25 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. Fibrocet 25 Tablet prevents extreme mood changes and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.
Side effects of Fibrocet 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 Fibrocet
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Constipation
- Anxiety
- Decreased appetite
- Increased sweating
- Sexual dysfunction
How to use Fibrocet 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. Fibrocet 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Fibrocet Tablet works
Fibrocet 25 Tablet works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance and stop the movement of pain signals in the brain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Fibrocet 25 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fibrocet 25 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
Fibrocet 25 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
Fibrocet 25 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Fibrocet 25 Tablet may impair your thinking or reactions and this may affect your ability to drive.
As Fibrocet 25 Tablet may impair your thinking or reactions and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Fibrocet 25 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fibrocet 25 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fibrocet 25 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fibrocet 25 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised in patients with the severe liver disease.
Caution is advised in patients with the severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Fibrocet Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Fibrocet 25 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
- It may take 2 to 4 weeks for Fibrocet 25 Tablet to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Fibrocet 25 Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
- It may cause a sensation of restlessness, especially when you first start taking it. Inform your doctor if this happens to you.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenylacetamide Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Fibrocet Tablet for?
Depression
100%
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using Fibrocet 25 Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Fibrocet Tablet?
With food
100%
FAQs
Q. Is Fibrocet 25 Tablet addictive?
Fibrocet 25 Tablet does not cause addiction
Q. Is Fibrocet 25 Tablet narcotic?
Fibrocet 25 Tablet is not a narcotic
Q. Is Fibrocet 25 Tablet a generic or a controlled substance?
Fibrocet 25 Tablet is a generic and not a controlled substance
Q. Does Fibrocet 25 Tablet cause weight loss?
Fibrocet 25 Tablet may cause this side effect. Call your doctor if you experience any unusual problems during your treatment.
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