Melitra 10 Tablet
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Product introduction
Melitra 10 Tablet is an antidepressant. It is used to treat depression and anxiety. It helps to enhance and brighten up the mood. It is also effective in treating depression that is unresponsive to other treatments.
Melitra 10 Tablet works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that stabilizes and enhances the mood. It is better to take it before bedtime because it can make you feel drowsy. It can be taken with or without food, but you should take it at a fixed time each day for better efficacy. The dose and duration will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor. Your dose may be modified or gradually decreased before completely stopping the medication.
The most common side effects of this medicine include increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in the mouth, difficulty in urination, and constipation. Initially, this medicine may also cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, especially when you change positions. It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. To lower the chances of dizziness, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also lead to weight gain in some people. Most of the common side effects tend to be mild and temporary. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Serious side effects with this medicine are rare.
Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same or any other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. This medicine is not known to be addictive, but you can experience additional side effects (withdrawal symptoms) if you stop taking it suddenly. If you notice any sudden mood change or get suicidal or self-harm thoughts, you must consult the doctor without delay. Also, remember to take this medicine strictly as advised by the doctor as an overdose of this medication may lead to a serious health emergency. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as alcohol interacts with this medicine to cause serious health issues.
Melitra 10 Tablet works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that stabilizes and enhances the mood. It is better to take it before bedtime because it can make you feel drowsy. It can be taken with or without food, but you should take it at a fixed time each day for better efficacy. The dose and duration will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor. Your dose may be modified or gradually decreased before completely stopping the medication.
The most common side effects of this medicine include increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in the mouth, difficulty in urination, and constipation. Initially, this medicine may also cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, especially when you change positions. It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. To lower the chances of dizziness, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also lead to weight gain in some people. Most of the common side effects tend to be mild and temporary. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Serious side effects with this medicine are rare.
Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same or any other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. This medicine is not known to be addictive, but you can experience additional side effects (withdrawal symptoms) if you stop taking it suddenly. If you notice any sudden mood change or get suicidal or self-harm thoughts, you must consult the doctor without delay. Also, remember to take this medicine strictly as advised by the doctor as an overdose of this medication may lead to a serious health emergency. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as alcohol interacts with this medicine to cause serious health issues.
Uses of Melitra Tablet
Side effects of Melitra 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 Melitra
- Increased heart rate
- Blurred vision
- Difficulty in urination
- Dryness in mouth
- Weight gain
- Constipation
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
How to use Melitra 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. Melitra 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Melitra Tablet works
Melitra 10 Tablet is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Melitra 10 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Melitra 10 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Melitra 10 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Melitra 10 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Melitra 10 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Melitra 10 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Melitra Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Melitra 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.\n
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Quick tips
- It may take 4 to 6 weeks for Melitra 10 Tablet to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- It may cause sleepiness. Take it at bedtime and do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Melitra 10 Tablet as it may cause excessive sleepiness.
- Monitor your weight during the treatment as this medicine can cause weight gain and increased appetite.
- It may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
- The main dose should be taken at night as this medicine may produce drowsiness or sleepiness.
- It can take 2 to 3 weeks for Melitra 10 Tablet to start working.
- You should continue the treatment for at least 6 months after you feel better to stop depression from coming back.
- If your doctor asks you to stop Melitra 10 Tablet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly.
- Avoid driving or operating machinery as it may decrease alertness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Melitra 10 Tablet, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
- The addiction/dependence potential of Melitra 10 Tablet is very less.
- It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Anthracene Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Melitra with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause a severe or fatal increase in blood pressure.
Monitor your blood pressure and inform your doctor if you notice severe high blood pressure.
Concurrent use may cause serotonin syndrome.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Lithium carbonate with Melitracen. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms
Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Melitra 10 Tablet
Once A Day
85%
Twice A Day
15%
What are you using Melitra Tablet for?
Depression
40%
Others
40%
Anxiety
20%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Melitra 10 Tablet?
Difficulty in*
100%
*Difficulty in urination
How do you take Melitra Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Melitra 10 Tablet on price
Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
What is Melitra 10 Tablet used for?
Melitra 10 Tablet is used to treat depression and anxiety that is unresponsive to any other alternate treatment. It restores the chemical imbalance in the brain and enhances mood and behavior.
What are the side effects of Melitra 10 Tablet?
The side effects of Melitra 10 Tablet are increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in mouth, weight gain, difficulty in urination, constipation and orthostatic hypotension (sudden decrease in blood pressure on standing). Please consult your doctor if these side effects do not go away or worry you.
Can I just stop taking Melitra 10 Tablet?
No, you must not stop taking Melitra 10 Tablet suddenly even if you are feeling better as it may worsen your condition. Continue taking Melitra 10 Tablet for the duration prescribed by your doctor to get maximum benefit. If any of the side effects bother you, consult your doctor. In case you have completed your course of treatment, your doctor will reduce your dose gradually before taking you off this medicine completely.
Is there anything I need to be careful about while on treatment with Melitra 10 Tablet?
Melitra 10 Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness, especially in the beginning of the treatment. Do not drive or work with tools or machinery if your alertness is affected. It is not advisable to drink alcohol during treatment with this medicine as it might worsen the drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.
Can Melitra 10 Tablet cause urinary problems?
Yes, Melitra 10 Tablet can cause urinary problems. It is more commonly seen in elderly patients who are above 65 years of age. The patient may face difficulty in passing urine which can further lead to a urinary tract infection. You should consult your doctor immediately if you develop these symptoms.
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