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Prothiaden 75mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

15 Tablet(s) in Strip
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ABBOTT INDIA LTD

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Dosulepin / Dothiepin(75.0 Mg)
Uses
Antidepressant, Psychotic depression, Neurotic depression, Anxiety, Depression
Therapy
Anti-depressant
Side effects
Constipation, Dizziness, Dry mouth, Increased sweating, Nausea, Vomiting, Blurred vision, Drowsiness, Lightheadedness
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Medical Description

Prothiaden 75 mg tablet is mainly used for the treatment of depression. Prothiaden 75 mg tablet comes under the therapeutic classification of tricyclic antidepressants. Depression is a medical condition characterised by feelings of sadness, anger that can affect one's daily activities. Prothiaden 75 mg tablet is composed of 75 mg of Dosulepin/Dothiepin. It can also be used for some types of nerve pain, such as fibromyalgia, and to prevent migraines. Prothiaden 75 mg tablet is a prescription medicine, and it is to be taken exactly as suggested by the physician. The medicine should not be taken in more than prescribed amounts. The physician should be consulted immediately if the patient experiences any side effects, his or her condition worsens or allergic side effects. The medicine should be continued for as long as your doctor recommends. It is essential to follow the complete course of treatment. The medicine should not be given to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms or condition. Also, the doctor should be informed about the patient’s medical history and if he or she is taking any new medicines to avoid any medication interactions. The medicine should not be stopped suddenly without consulting the doctor as it can cause withdrawal effects like depression, sleep disorders or worsening of the patient’s condition. The doctor may taper the dosage gradually based on the patient’s medical condition before stopping it completely.

Uses

  • Prothiaden 75 mg tablet is used as an antidepressant. It is used to treat psychotic depression, neurotic depression, anxiety, depression.

Contraindications

  • It is contraindicated in the following cases:
  • If you have Dosulepin/Dothiepin hypersensitivity or an allergy to any other ingredients present in Prothiaden 75 mg tablet
  • If you are currently using Monoamine oxidase Inhibitors (MAOI) or have used them within the last 14 days
  • If you have an acute recovery period after a myocardial infarction (heart attack)
  • If you have epilepsy conditions

Side effects

  • Side effects of Prothiaden 75 mg tablet include:
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Dry mouth
  • Increased sweating
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Blurred vision
  • Drowsiness
  • Lightheadedness

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

Prothiaden 75 mg tablets are not recommended during pregnancy. Limited studies have been reported that this medicine can cause harmful effects to the developing baby. However, consult your doctor for evaluating potential risks and benefits before using the medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Using Prothiaden 75 mg tablets while breastfeeding may be unsafe since this medicine can be excreted into human breast milk. You must seek medical consultation to decide whether to discontinue nursing or discontinue the medicine.

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Driving

No. It is not advisable to drive or operate any heavy machinery requiring high mental alertness if you take a Prothiaden 75 mg tablet. It can cause side effects like drowsiness, dizziness and blurred vision. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

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Alcohol

Prothiaden 75 mg tablets should not be used together with alcohol. Interaction of alcohol with this medicine can cause dizziness, drowsiness and lightheadedness.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You are breastfeeding or pregnant.
  • You conceive during the course of Prothiaden 75 mg tablet or are planning a pregnancy.
  • Your symptoms do not get resolved, or your condition worsens.
  • You have long term cardiac, liver, and kidney disease.
  • You have an addiction to alcohol or medicines.
  • You have a history of depression or anxiety.

Directions for Use

  • Take Prothiaden 75 mg tablet exactly as directed by your doctor. Take the Prothiaden 75 mg tablet with or without food. Swallow Prothiaden 75 mg tablet with a glass of water. Do not chew or crush it.
  • Read the label instructions carefully.
  • Take the dosage in recommended amounts at a particular time in a day to get maximum benefits and desired clinical effect.

Storage and disposal

Store Prothiaden 75 mg tablet at room temperature below 25℃. Store it in an airtight container, away from the reach of children and pets. Keep the Prothiaden 75 mg tablet away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. Keep your tablets in the packaging until it is time to take them. Do not throw away the medicines with household waste. Dispose of the expired/unused medicine immediately as biomedical waste. Do not use it post the date of expiry stated on the label.

Dosage

Overdose

Do not take Prothiaden 75 mg tablets in more than prescribed doses. Symptoms of overdosage can be convulsions, unusual muscle movements, difficulty breathing, a very high temperature or irregular heartbeat, restlessness, nausea and vomiting. In case of an overdose of Prothiaden 75 mg tablet, seek emergency medical treatment and contact your doctor immediately.

Missed a Dose

Take the missed dose of Prothiaden 75 mg tablets just and when you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not alter the recommended dosage, as it can have adverse effects.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Prothiaden 75 mg tablet exerts its mechanism of action by acting on certain chemical neurotransmitters in the brain that helps regulate mood and depression. Prothiaden 75 mg tablet is considered a mixed reuptake inhibitor. It inhibits the reuptake of noradrenaline and serotonin in the brain. Noradrenaline acts as both hormone and neurotransmitter in the brain. It regulates alertness, focuses attention, restlessness and anxiety, whereas serotonin carries messages between nerve cells and regulates mood and anxiety. Thus, by acting on these messengers, Prothiaden 75 mg tablet helps relieve the symptoms of depression.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Prothiaden 75 mg tablet can cause adverse reactions when taken with the following medicines:
  • Interaction with Monoamine oxidase inhibitors like moclobemide and selegiline can increase the serotonergic effects of Prothiaden 75 mg tablet.
  • Interaction with anticoagulants like warfarin can increase the risk of bleeding.
  • Interaction with benzodiazepines and antidepressants like phenelzine, iproniazid, isocarboxazid, nialamide and imipramine can cause additive central nervous system depressant effects.
  • Interaction with anti-Parkinson's medicines like levodopa can decrease the absorption of the medicine levodopa.
  • To avoid undesirable side effects associated with medicine interaction, inform your doctor about all medicines and supplements you are currently taking.

Interactions with food items

  • Unless your physician suggests, there is no need to avoid any particular type of food or drink when taking Prothiaden 75 mg tablet.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Prothiaden 75 mg tablets, like many medicines, do not work straight away. For example, it may take several weeks for some symptoms to improve. Later (usually in four to six weeks), other symptoms should improve. Consult your doctor if you are not feeling any better after taking this medicine for six weeks, if you are worried about side effects, or have thoughts of harming yourself.

Do not stop taking Prothiaden 75 mg tablets suddenly, even if you feel well. Abrupt stoppage of this medicine can cause unpleasant effects like headaches, flu-like symptoms, feeling sick, finding it hard to sleep and feeling restless or anxious. It is advisable to consult your doctor to prevent these undesirable side effects.

No habit forming tendencies were reported with Prothiaden 75 mg tablets.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:PROTHIADEN

Manufacturer Name:ABBOTT INDIA LTD

Address:<p>1. 16th Floor, Godrej BKC, Plot – C, “G” Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai – 400 051, India</p>

Country of Origin:India

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Fulfillment Information: Prothiaden 75 MG Tablet (15) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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