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Spectra 25mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

10 Capsule(s) in Strip
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Product Summary

Salt Content
Doxepin(25.0 Mg)
Uses
Depressive disorders, anxiety disorder, insomnia
Therapy
Anti-depressant
Side effects
Blurred vision, constipation, difficulty in urination, dryness in mouth, skin rash, indigestion
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Medical Description

Spectra Capsule is an antidepressant (depression medicine) used to deal with mental or mood problems such as insomnia, depression, and anxiety. Spectra Capsules is used to improve mood and instil emotions of well-being. It relieves stress and tension, enables you to sleep better and more peacefully, and improves your energy level. An anxiety disorder is a cognitive condition defined by feelings of unreasonable fear or worry that implicate someone's daily workouts. High anxiety levels can cause panic attacks, with intense feelings of fear, nervousness, hyperventilation, sudden onset of sweating, a fast heartbeat, and skin flushing. Spectra Capsule contains doxepin, a tricyclic antidepressant that helps by boosting the level of chemicals in the brain known as gamma-aminobutyric (GABA). As an outcome, your mood is enhanced by time. Spectra Capsule is prescribed for insomnia as well as it allows you to sleep longer and relieves sleep difficulties. Ideally, Spectra Capsule should be taken only for a short period and always under doctor guidance. Your doctor will determine the exact duration of your treatment with Spectra Capsule so that you receive the ideal amount to control your symptoms. If you have forgotten any dose, take it as quickly as you recall it. Additionally, the dosage of Spectra Capsules cannot be changed without talking to the doctor. Your dose may be revised or gradually reduced before quitting the medicine.

Uses

  • Treats depressive disorders
  • Relieves anxiety symptoms
  • Efficacious for insomnia

Contraindications

  • If someone has a medical condition like Schizophrenia or Heart Disease.
  • If you have an overactive thyroid gland or taking thyroid medication.
  • If someone has medical complications like Bipolar Disorder.
  • If someone has a medical difficulty like vision loss due to abnormally high pressure in the eye (Narrow-angle glaucoma).

Side effects

  • Increased heart rate
  • Blurred vision
  • Constipation
  • Difficulty in urination
  • Dryness in the mouth
  • Altered sense of taste
  • Loss of appetite

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

Spectra Capsule may be risky to use during pregnancy because it can have dangerous effects on the developing baby. Always speak to your physician first.

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Breast Feeding

Spectra Capsule is probably risky to use during breastfeeding as the drug may enter the breastmilk and hurt the baby. Moreover, the baby should be closely monitored for excessive sleepiness and weight gain.

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Driving

Spectra Capsule may result in side effects that involve your driving ability. Spectra Capsule may damage your alertness, affecting your driving ability. So, it is advised to avoid heavy operating machinery or operating after putting up with Spectra Capsule.

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Alcohol

While taking Spectra Capsules, avoid drinking alcohol. It may increase the risk of side effects such as confusion, drowsiness, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, sweating, etc. In addition, avoid doing activities that require mental alertness, such as driving and operating machines, if you experience these symptoms.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You are a diabetic patient and a hypotension patient.
  • You are allergic to any of its active ingredients.
  • You suffer from epilepsy or convulsions.
  • You've taken Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors in the last 14 days.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's advice carefully when taking Spectra Capsule.
  • Spectra Capsule must be taken with or without food as per your doctor's guidance.
  • Make sure you take Spectra Capsule at the same time every day.
  • It should be swallowed whole with water.
  • Do not crush or chew the Spectra Capsule.

Storage and disposal

Keep Spectra Capsule away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not give Spectra Capsule to children under 12 years old. Properly discard Spectra Capsule when it is expired or no longer needed. Do not flush Spectra Capsule down the toilet or splash them into a spout.

Dosage

Overdose

Overdose of Spectra Capsule can be mild or severe. Signs and indications of mild overdose comprise blurred vision, drowsiness, and excessive mouth dryness. Severe overdose may cause loss of consciousness, convulsions, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, palpitations, or a fast heart rate. If you accidentally take too many Spectra Capsules, contact your consultant instantly and seek emergency medical help.

Missed a Dose

If you forget a dose of Spectra Capsule, take it as quickly as you memorised. As it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your instructed amount at a regular time. Do not double the amount of the next dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Spectra Capsule contains doxepin, an antidepressant. It has sedative properties which help in the inactivation of serotonin, present at the nerve terminals in our brain, and resist some neurotransmitters that potentiate their actions in the brain. This is achieved by antidepressant effects and helps manage or alter moods. It also resists the transmission of pain signals from nerves to the brain, which further relieves neuropathic pain or damaged nerves.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Talk to your doctor or consultant if you take Spectra Capsule. It may interact with the following medications:
  • Anti-anxiety like lorazepam and antidepressants such as Spectra Capsule should not be used in combination as they may cause adverse effects on your heart.
  • Opioid analgesics in combination with an antidepressant such as Spectra Capsule can reverse the effect of Opioid analgesics, so they cannot be used together.
  • Antidepressants like Spectra Capsule and anti-convulsants such as gabapentin cannot be taken together as they have a very high risk of adverse effects.

Interactions with food items

  • No food interactions have been found.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You should not take Spectra Capsule if you have an allergic reaction to the active components of Spectra Capsule or any of the antidepressant medicines. Also, prevent taking Spectra Capsule if you have glaucoma, difficulty passing urine, or liver problems.

Spectra Capsule relates to a group of antidepressants, mainly to deal with depression and anxiety. In addition to this, it is also given as a medication to treat insomnia or complications with sleeping in several people.

Yes, Spectra Capsule can enhance suicidal thoughts. Although, this is more prevalent in people who have recently had thoughts about killing or damaging themselves. Thus, if you have suicidal thoughts, call your doctor.

It can be harmful to stop suddenly, so doctors or consultants usually recommend tapered negativity, gradually reducing dosages. The risk of side effects can enhance if the dosage is stopped suddenly.

The side effects of Spectra Capsule include weight gain, increased heart rate, dryness in the mouth, sudden lowering of blood pressure, and many more. It may make your skin hypersensitive to sunlight, cause chills and excessive sweating.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:SPECTRA

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Spectra 25 MG Capsule (10) 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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