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      Pentoxol-M Tablets 0.5 Mg + 10 Mg

      Brand : scotman pharmaceuticals

      Rs. 68.40

      Rs. 72.00

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      Pentoxol-M Tablets Specification

      Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

      Yes

      Generics

      Flupenthixol HCl , Melitracen HCl

      Used For

      Depression

      How it works

      Flupenthixol acts by blocking the dopamine (a neurotransmitter) receptors in the brain cells. Excess amount of dopamine receptors normally act to modify behavior and over-stimulation resulting in psychotic illness. Flupenthixol blocks these receptors to control psychotic illness. Thus it is neuroleptic with anxiolytic and antidepressant properties.

      Pentoxol-M Tablets Usage And Safety

      Dosage

      Flupenthixol HCl , Melitracen HCl

      Side Effects

      Transient restlessness and insomnia, Dry mouth, etc.

      Drug Interactions

      Alcohol, barbiturates and other CNS depressants. MAO-inhibitors,neuroleptics, guanethidine, adrenaline and noradrenaline.

      Indication

      lt is Indicated for the management of anxiety, depression, apathy, psychogenic depression, depressive neuroses, masked depression, psychosomatic affections accompanied by anxiety and apathy, menopausal depressions, dysphoria and depression in alcoholics & drug addicts.

      When not to Use

      Not recommended for excitable or overactive patients since its activating effect may lead to exaggeration of these characteristics. If the patient has previously been treated with tranquillizers or neuroleptics withsedative effect, these should be withdrawn gradually.

      Pentoxol-M Tablets Precautions

      Precaution

      Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children. Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

      Pentoxol-M Tablets Warnings

      Warning 1

      It should be used with caution in patients with organic brain syndrome, convulsion, urinary retention, hyperthyroidism and advanced hepatic or cardiovascular disease. It should not be administered together with MAOIs.

      Warning 2

      Suicide/suicidal thoughts or clinical worsening.

      Warning 3

      It should be used with caution in patients receiving SSRIs.

      Pentoxol-M Tablets Additional Information

      Pregnancy category

      Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

      Storage (YES/NO)

      Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

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