Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat depression. It is a combination medicine which works by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that improves mood. It also calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells.
Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. It is advised to take it at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor as it has habit-forming potential. Try to never skip any doses, but 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 it may result in withdrawal symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, confusion, memory impairment, low sexual desire, confusion, and delayed ejaculation. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts.
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.
Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. It is advised to take it at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor as it has habit-forming potential. Try to never skip any doses, but 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 it may result in withdrawal symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, confusion, memory impairment, low sexual desire, confusion, and delayed ejaculation. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts.
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 Praxet Plus Tablet
Benefits of Praxet Plus Tablet
In Depression
Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet works by affecting the balance of certain chemicals (such as serotonin) in the brain. It helps improve mood and feelings of wellbeing, relieve anxiety and tension, helps you sleep better, and increase your energy level. It is an effective antidepressant but may cause drowsiness. You need to take it regularly as it is prescribed for it to be most effective and should not stop taking it suddenly.
Side effects of Praxet 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 Praxet Plus
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Confusion
- Memory impairment
- Uncoordinated body movements
- Drowsiness
- Tiredness
- Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm)
- Low sexual desire
- Delayed ejaculation
How to use Praxet 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. Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Praxet Plus Tablet works
Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines:.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Praxet Plus 12.5mg/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
Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Use of Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Praxet Plus Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Praxet Plus 12.5mg/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
- Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of depression.
- It is better to take it with a snack or just after eating breakfast, as this will help to reduce the likelihood of you feeling sick as a side-effect.
- 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.
- Avoid taking antacids 2 hours before or after taking Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet as they make it harder for your body to absorb the medicine.
- 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 this medicine may affect the levels of sugar in your blood.
- 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
FAQs
Are there any important warnings associated with the use of Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet?
Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet may increase the suicidal thoughts or actions in some patients, in the first few months of the treatment. Patients having mood or behavioral disorder have a high risk of suicidal thoughts and actions. You should pay close attention and report your doctor of any changes in behavior or mood. Make sure that you visit the doctor for the follow-up appointments as scheduled.
Can I stop taking Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, you should continue taking Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet even if you feel well. If you stop Praxet Plus 12.5mg/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 Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet?
There are reports that suggest that the use of Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet can cause weight gain. If you keep good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. It is important to remember that it is easier to stop weight gain than losing increased weight.
Can the use of Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet cause sleepiness?
Yes, Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg 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 the use of Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet affect my sex life?
The use of Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet can affect the sexual life of both men and women. Different sexual problems can occur due to Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet like decreased sexual desire, erectile dysfunction (inability to develop or maintain erection during the sexual activity) and inability to reach orgasm. It can also cause a decrease in satisfaction and cause discomfort during intercourse. If you experience these problems, discuss with your doctor.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet?
No, do not drink alcohol while taking Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol can increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet.
How long does Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet take to work?
Everybody responds differently to treatment. In general, it can take several weeks to feel the full benefits of Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet, although some people may start to feel better sooner. When taking Praxet Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet, it is important to give it time to work.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Praxet Plus 12.5mg/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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