Mitpin 15mg Tablets

• As per CDSCO and USFDA, Mitpin tablets are antidepressant medicines used to manage symptoms of all types of depression.

• Do not take Mitpin tablets or use caution:
• If you have a known allergy to any component of this tablet
• If you have taken other antidepressants, such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), in the last 14 days; it can cause severe adverse effects
• If you have self-harming or suicidal thoughts
• If you have low sodium levels (hyponatremia)
• If you have acute mania and are diagnosed with bipolar disorder
• If you have severe renal or liver impairment
• If you have a severe heart illness such as a recent heart attack, heart rhythm problem such as long QT syndrome.
• If you have agranulocytosis (low white blood cells); this medicine can increase the chance of infection
• If you are diagnosed with angle-closure glaucoma (an eye condition associated with an increase in fluid pressure in the eye); this medicine worsens the condition
• If you have uncontrolled hypertension
• If you have a history of seizure disorder

• Side effects of Mitpin tablets include:
• Constipation
• Changes in appetite or weight
• Weakness or tiredness
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Decreased ability to concentrate or remember things
• Dry mouth
• Changes in sexual desire or ability

Other General Warnings

• You are over 65 years; slow metabolism in older persons increases the risk of side effects of Mitpin tablets.
• You take herbal or Ayurvedic products or supplements; some of these can cause adverse effects when combined with Mitpin tablets.
• You have mood changes or thoughts of self-harming. Seek medical help immediately.
• You have a planned surgery or dental procedure.
• You have high blood pressure.
• You have heart, liver, or kidney disease.
• You use medicines that increase serotonin levels.

• Take Mitpin tablets exactly in the prescribed dose and the duration.
• Do not increase the dose of Mitpin tablets, even if you do not notice its effects.
• Try to swallow the whole pill with a glass of water; do not break or chew it.
• You can take Mitpin tablets with or without food.
• Do not use this medicine if its packaging is already open or damaged.
• Do not abruptly stop taking Mitpin tablets as this can cause side effects.
• Avoid taking it with other medication without informing your doctor.

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Interactions with other medicines

• Taking Mitpin tablets along with other antidepressant medications such as linezolid, diazepam, fluoxetine, etc., can cause severe reactions.
• Using high doses of opioid painkillers, such as tramadol, with Mitpin tablets can cause extreme drowsiness and other side effects.
• Combining Mitpin tablets with blood thinners like aspirin, warfarin, etc., can increase the risk of abnormal bleeding. Monitor INR (test for bleeding) while using them.
• Inform your doctor if you are using certain antibiotics, HIV medicines, etc., before starting your Mitpin regime.
• Cimetidine can increase the levels of Mitpin tablets and cause side effects.
• Mitpin tablets can interact with many other medicines. Inform your doctor of all current treatments and medication before taking Mitpin tablets.

Interactions with food items

• Avoid grapefruit and its juice as they can increase the levels of this medicine in the body and cause side effects.
• Avoid excessive coffee or caffeine-related products and drinks. They can interfere with this medicine's effects and increase serotonin levels in the body, leading to severe side effects.