Depsert 25mg Tablet
Depsert 25 MG Description
Depsert 25 mg tablets contain sertraline as its active component. Sertraline belongs to the selective serotonin receptor inhibitors class of medicines, a part of antidepressants (medicines used to tr
eat depression). It is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder and anxiety. Depsert 25 mg tablets should be taken at a dose and for a duration as directed by your doctor. The medicine is usually started at a lower dose, and gradually the dose is increased. Continuous monitoring of the response to the medicine and side effects is done before deciding the optimum dose of the medicine. You should not abruptly stop taking the medicine as it can cause withdrawal symptoms like restlessness, anxiety, headache, palpitations and sleep disturbances. Some of the most common side effects of the medicine are nausea, indigestion, decrease in appetite, sweating, tremors, diarrhoea and sleep disturbances. You may experience a decrease in sexual desire and delayed ejaculation. Most of the symptoms are mild and should go away within a few days if using the medicine. However, if these side effects bother you, you should consider consulting a doctor. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take before starting this medicine. This would prevent any adverse interaction between the medicines. You should also tell your doctor about all the pre-existing conditions that you may have, like epilepsy, diabetes, kidney, and liver diseases. You should not take Depsert 25 mg tablets if you are already taking Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) like Tranylcypromine, Selegiline. Take Depsert 25 mg tablets at a particular time of the day. This will help replenish the decrease in chemical substances in the nerve endings.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹29.04 |
You Save | ₹3.96 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Sertraline(25.0 Mg) |
Uses | Depression, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Panic disorder, Anxiety, Premenstrual syndrome |
Side effects | Nausea, Tremors, Diarrhoea, Sweating, Sleep abnormalities |
Therapy | ANTI-DEPRESSANT |
Uses of Depsert 25 MG
- Depsert 25 mg tablets are used to treat the following cases:
- Treatment of depression
- Treatment of the obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Treatment of panic disorders
- Treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder
- Treatment of anxiety
- Treatment of the premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Contraindications of Depsert 25 MG
- Depsert 25 mg tablets are contraindicated in the following cases:
- If you have had allergic reactions to the medicine in the past
- If you take Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) like Tranylcypromine, Selegiline. The combination of these medicines can cause severe adverse effects like flushing, low blood pressure levels, coma and can eventually cause death...
- If you suffer from pre-existing heart diseases
- If you suffer from pre-existing liver diseases as the medicine is metabolized in the liver
- If you are a child, adolescent, and the elderly. Suicidal tendencies are higher in children and adolescents, while chances of having severe side effects are more in the elderly
Side effects of Depsert 25 MG
- The side effects of Depsert 25 mg tablets are as follows:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Sleep irregularities
- Decrease in sexual desire
- Diarrhoea
- Tremors
- Sweating
- Loss of appetite
Precautions and Warnings of Depsert 25 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You notice worsening of your symptoms and emergence of suicidal thoughts and thoughts related to self-harm. You must immediately inform your doctor if you experience any such changes.
- You experience a prolonged and painful erection. If the erection persists for a longer duration, you should immediately rush to the hospital.
- You have taken anticoagulants as combining these medicines can increase the chances of bleeding.
- You experience pain in the eyes after taking this medicine. You should immediately consult your doctor if you experience pain in the eyes and changes in vision.
- You have to operate any machines or drive after taking this medicine as Depsert 25 mg tablet can cause impairment in judgment and decrease in alertness.
Mode of Action of Depsert 25 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Depsert 25 MG
- Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
- Seek medical help immediately if you have any side effects.
- Make sure that the treatment is complete.
- Do not discontinue using this medication without consulting your physician first.
- Keep the medicines in the container with the lid tightly closed.
Interactions of Depsert 25 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Antidepressants (bupropion, fluoxetine) cause drowsiness and impairment in judgment.
- Anticoagulants (warfarin) as the combination increases the chances of bleeding.
- Barbiturate (phenobarbital or secobarbital) as it causes sedation when used with Depsert 25 mg tablets.
- Medicines used in treating mania like lithium increase the chances of coarse tremors.
- Bronchodilators (ipratropium or tiotropium) as they can increase the chances of tremors.
- Antihistamines (cetirizine) as it causes drowsiness.
- Cough medicine (dextromethorphan) can increase the chances of drowsiness and dryness of the mouth.
- Antiarrhythmics (propafenone, flecainide) as the combination can increase the chances of palpitations and abnormalities in the heart rhythm.
- Antifungals (ketoconazole) as Depsert 25 mg tablets decrease the efficacy of the medicine.
- Antacids (Cimetidine, Omeprazole) as it decreases the absorption of the Depsert 25 mg tablets.
- Anti-epileptics like phenytoin as Depsert 25 mg tablet can decrease the metabolism of phenytoin, leading to an increase in the concentration of phenytoin in the blood.
Interactions with food items
- Depsert 25 mg tablets do not cause major side effects with any food items. You can take this medicine with or without food.
Storage and disposal of Depsert 25 MG
Dosage of Depsert 25 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
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