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Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR
Prescription Required
Introduction of Oxitin Plus Tablet CR
Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR is a prescription medicine used to treat depression. It is a combination medicine which works by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that improves mood. It also calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells.
Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR is a combination of two medicines: Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR1 and Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR2.
Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR is a combination of two medicines: Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR1 and Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR2.
Uses of Oxitin Plus Tablet CR
Benefits of Oxitin Plus Tablet CR
In Depression
Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR works by affecting the balance of certain chemicals (such as serotonin) in the brain. It helps improve mood and feelings of wellbeing, relieve anxiety and tension, helps you sleep better, and increase your energy level. It is an effective antidepressant but may cause drowsiness. You need to take it regularly as it is prescribed for it to be most effective and should not stop taking it suddenly.
Side effects of Oxitin Plus Tablet CR
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 Oxitin Plus
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Confusion
- Memory impairment
- Uncoordinated body movements
- Drowsiness
- Tiredness
- Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm)
- Low sexual desire
- Delayed ejaculation
How to use Oxitin Plus Tablet CR
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. Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR 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 Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR 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
Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Use of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Oxitin Plus Tablet CR?
If you miss a dose of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR, 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
Oxitin Plus Tablet CR
- Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR is prescribed for the treatment of depression.
- It is better to take it with a snack or just after eating breakfast, as this will help to reduce the likelihood of you feeling sick as a side-effect.
- It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
- Avoid taking antacids 2 hours before or after taking Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR as they make it harder for your body to absorb the medicine.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
- If you have diabetes, you will be asked to monitor your blood glucose level regularly as this medicine may affect the levels of sugar in your blood.
- Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR
Twice A Day
57%
Once A Day
43%
FAQs
Oxitin Plus Tablet CR
Are there any important warnings associated with the use of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR?
Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR may increase the suicidal thoughts or actions in some patients, in the first few months of the treatment. Patients having mood or behavioral disorder have a high risk of suicidal thoughts and actions. You should pay close attention and report your doctor of any changes in behavior or mood. Make sure that you visit the doctor for the follow-up appointments as scheduled.
Can I stop taking Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR when my symptoms are relieved?
No, you should continue taking Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR even if you feel well. If you stop Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR suddenly, serious withdrawal symptoms may occur. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually.
How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR?
There are reports that suggest that the use of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR can cause weight gain. If you keep good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. It is important to remember that it is easier to stop weight gain than losing increased weight.
Can the use of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR cause sleepiness?
Yes, Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR can make you feel sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities till you know how this medicine affects you.
Can the use of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR affect my sex life?
The use of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR can affect the sexual life of both men and women. Different sexual problems can occur due to Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR like decreased sexual desire, erectile dysfunction (inability to develop or maintain erection during the sexual activity) and inability to reach orgasm. It can also cause a decrease in satisfaction and cause discomfort during intercourse. If you experience these problems, discuss with your doctor.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR?
No, do not drink alcohol while taking Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR. Drinking alcohol can increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR.
How long does Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR take to work?
Everybody responds differently to treatment. In general, it can take several weeks to feel the full benefits of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR, although some people may start to feel better sooner. When taking Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR, it is important to give it time to work.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Oxitin Plus 12.5mg/0.5mg Tablet CR?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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