Depextine is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Other than this, Depextine has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Depextine. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Depextine have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Depextine normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Depextine's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Depextine related warnings talks about Depextine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Depextine contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Depextine may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Depextine is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Depextine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult(Female) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Depextine is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Depextine safe for pregnant women?
Depextine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Depextine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Depextine safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Depextine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Depextine should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Depextine on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Depextine on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Depextine on the Liver?
Side effects of Depextine rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Depextine on the Heart?
Depextine has very mild side effects on the heart.
Depextine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Depextine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Depextine habit forming or addictive?
Depextine is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Depextine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Depextine can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Depextine should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Depextine can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Depextine
It is safe to take Depextine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Depextine
Taking alcohol with Depextine can be dangerous.
Depextine should be taken as long as it prescribed by your doctor. One must not take less or number of doses as that could cause detrimental effects on the health. One should follow the instructions of the doctor completely.
Yes, Depextine can cause weight loss. It is a common side effect of this drug. Few people may experience this effect after consuming this drug. People should monitor their weight, eat healthily and include at least 30 mins of exercising in a day. In spite of all efforts if you experience weight loss then discuss with your doctor.
Yes, Depextine is used for the treatment of anxiety by decreasing the activity in the brain this causes calming of the brain which provides relief to the patient from anxiety.
No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Depextine on your own as this may cause certain withdrawal symptoms like agitation, irritation, mood changes, and difficulty falling or staying asleep. It is, therefore, suggested that you follow the instructions of your doctor completely and remain compliant to the treatment plan.
Yes, Depextine may affect one's sex life by decreasing one's libido. However, if you experience sex life is affected after medicine then inform your doctor immediately they might change your medication or altered the dose.
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