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Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet


Introduction of Zam Ad Tablet

Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of depression. This combination medicine calms the brain by decreasing abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also works by increasing some chemical messenger in the brain that improves mood.

Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet1 and Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet2.

Uses of Zam Ad Tablet

Benefits of Zam Ad Tablet

In Depression

Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better and increases your energy levels. Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet also prevents extreme changes in mood and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.
It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

Side effects of Zam Ad 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 Zam Ad

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Confusion
  • Memory impairment
  • Uncoordinated body movements
  • Drowsiness
  • Tiredness
  • Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm)
  • Delayed ejaculation
  • Low sexual desire

How to use Zam Ad 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. Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg 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 Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg 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
Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg 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
Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Zam Ad Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet
β‚Ή4.4/Tablet
Fluwel 0.25 mg/20 mg Tablet
BestoChem Formulations India Ltd
β‚Ή8.39/tablet
91% costlier
Relax F Tablet
Venus Remedies Ltd
β‚Ή5.1/tablet
16% costlier
Fluxy-A Tablet
Elixir Formulations Pvt Ltd
β‚Ή5.8/tablet
32% costlier
Zedep A 0.25 mg/20 mg Tablet
Tas Med India Pvt Ltd
β‚Ή3.99/tablet
9% cheaper
L Cetree Tablet
Vega Laboratories Pvt Ltd
β‚Ή3.59/tablet
18% cheaper

Quick tips

Zam Ad Tablet

  • Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of depression.
  • 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.
  • Do not stop taking Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.Β 
  • 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 other antidepressant.Β 
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
  • Avoid alcohol while taking Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet.
  • If you have diabetes, you will be asked to monitor your blood glucose level regularly as Zam Ad 0.25mg/20mg Tablet may affect the levels of sugar in your blood.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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DEPRESSION SUFFERING FROM DEPRESSION
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.
Depression,anexity,body. Laziness Depression anxiety,f ear,body laziness
Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar
Ayurveda
Ok since how many months you are suffer from
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