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Introduction of Depof Tablet

Depof Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat schizophrenia. It is a combination medicine that calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also blocks the action of a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

Depof Tablet is a combination of benzodiazepine, tricyclic antidepressant, typical antipsychotic, and anticholinergic-centrally acting.

Uses of Depof Tablet

Benefits of Depof Tablet

In Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Depof Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.

Side effects of Depof Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Depof

  • Nausea
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Sedation
  • Weight gain
  • Confusion
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Memory impairment
  • Urinary retention
  • Increased prolactin level in blood
  • Dizziness
  • Tiredness
  • Blurred vision
  • Nervousness
  • Constipation
  • Uncoordinated body movements
  • Slow heart rate
  • Depression

How to use Depof Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Depof Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Depof Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Depof Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Depof Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Depof Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Depof Tablet make u feel dizzy, drowsy or can cause blurred vision. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CAUTION
Depof Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Depof Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Depof Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Depof Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine.

What if you forget to take Depof Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Depof Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Depof Tablet

  • Depof Tablet is used for the treatment of schizophrenia.
  • It is better to take it at night as this medicine may produce drowsiness or sleepiness.
  • Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy.
  • Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
  • Inform your doctor if you are taking any antidepressants.
  • If you have diabetes, you will be asked to monitor your blood glucose level regularly as Depof Tablet may affect the levels of sugar in your blood.
  • This medicine can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight than usual. Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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Can I take tab. Olay plus instead of tab. Depof 37.Now tab depof 37 is not available in market.i have depression last 15 years and I take tab depof 37 past 2 years as mentinence dose.
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Depot 37 is a Combination of Generics - Trifluoperazine, Chlordiazepoxide,Imipramine,Trihexiphenidyl Olay plus is a combination of olanzapine and fluoxetine Both are used for depression/ anxiety but salts are different and response my vary. You should see a psychiatrist for treatment rather than looking for solutions in the market.
Suffering Schizophrnia from last 20+ years. Is cure able ?
Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari
Psychiatry
We are here to helpSchizophrenia is chronic disorderSymptoms can be stopped from expressingCure is difficult word to say in schizophrenia
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