Meritino 200mg Tablet SR
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Product introduction
Meritino 200mg Tablet SR is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It is also used to treat bipolar disorders.
Meritino 200mg Tablet SR may 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 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 is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures.
Some common side effects of this medicine include decreased hemoglobin levels in the blood, increased triglycerides level in blood, decreased cholesterol level in blood, headache, extrapyramidal symptoms, dry mouth, and withdrawal symptoms. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may increase your weight but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.
You should be cautious while using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
Uses of Meritino Tablet SR
Benefits of Meritino Tablet SR
In Treatment of Mania
Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Meritino 200mg Tablet SR helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Meritino 200mg Tablet SR will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.
In Treatment of Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Meritino 200mg Tablet SR helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.
Side effects of Meritino Tablet SR
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 Meritino
- Weight gain
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Dryness in mouth
- Fatigue
- High blood pressure
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Sleepiness
- Dyslipidemia
- Increased appetite
How to use Meritino Tablet SR
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. Meritino 200mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Meritino Tablet SR works
Meritino 200mg Tablet SR is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Meritino 200mg Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Meritino 200mg Tablet SR 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
Meritino 200mg Tablet SR 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
Meritino 200mg Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Meritino 200mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Meritino 200mg Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Meritino 200mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Meritino 200mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Meritino Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Meritino 200mg Tablet SR, 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 Meritino 200mg Tablet SR for the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.
- It is less likely to cause heart problems and movement disorders than other antipsychotics.
- It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see treatment effects. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Meritino 200mg Tablet SR can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It may increase your weight, blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly.
- Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
- Do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Dibenzothiazepine Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Atypical Antipsychotics
Interaction with drugs
Taking Meritino with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
Do not consume Dronedarone with Quetiapine. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Quetiapine side
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal.
Do not consume Domperidone with Quetiapine.
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal.
Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Quetiapine.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What does Meritino 200mg Tablet SR do to the brain?
Meritino 200mg Tablet SR helps to correct chemical imbalances in the brain. It acts on various chemical messengers in the brain like dopamine and serotonin. It prevents the excessive activity of dopamine, helping to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and mania.
Is Meritino 200mg Tablet SR a sleeping pill?
Meritino 200mg Tablet SR can make you feel sleepy, but it is not used as a sleeping pill. Meritino 200mg Tablet SR is approved for the treatment of symptoms of schizophrenia. It prevents as well as treats episodes of mania and depression in bipolar disorder. It is also used with other medicines to treat depression.
How long does Meritino 200mg Tablet SR take to work?
You may start seeing an improvement within a week of starting Meritino 200mg Tablet SR but full benefits may take about 4-6 weeks to appear.
Is Meritino 200mg Tablet SR good for anxiety?
Meritino 200mg Tablet SR has not been approved for the treatment of anxiety; however, your doctor may prescribe it for anxiety. Some studies suggest its use in post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and anxiety associated with mood disorders.
What should I avoid while taking Meritino 200mg Tablet SR?
Meritino 200mg Tablet SR can cause drowsiness. So, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything dangerous until you know how Meritino 200mg Tablet SR affects you. Do not drink alcohol while taking Meritino 200mg Tablet SR as it may worsen the drowsiness. Avoid getting dehydrated or over-exposure to heat.
Can I stop taking Meritino 200mg Tablet SR if I am better now?
No, you should not stop taking Meritino 200mg Tablet SR without consulting your doctor. Suddenly stopping it may cause nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, dizziness, irritability and inability to sleep. If you feel better, consult your doctor who will gradually reduce the dose before completely stopping it.
Can Meritino 200mg Tablet SR cause weight gain?
Yes, weight gain is a common side effect of Meritino 200mg Tablet SR. If you feel you are gaining weight, consult your doctor or a nutritionist who will suggest you a diet and some exercise to help you manage your weight.
How should Meritino 200mg Tablet SR be taken?
Take Meritino 200mg Tablet SR exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not split, chew or crush the tablets. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not take it with food. It is advised to take this medicine for at least one hour before a meal or at bedtime. Do not take grapefruit while taking Meritino 200mg Tablet SR as it may affect the working of this medicine.
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