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Depitame 20 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses. Depitame 20 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Depitame 20 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Depitame 20 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Depitame 20 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Depitame 20 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Depitame 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Depitame 20 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Depitame 20 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Depitame 20 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Depitame 20 Tablet 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
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Is the use of Depitame 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Depitame can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Depitame right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Depitame 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Depitame. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Depitame 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Depitame rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Depitame 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Depitame has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Depitame 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Depitame rarely affect the heart.
Depitame 20 Tablet 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 Depitame 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Depitame 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Depitame 20 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Depitame 20 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Depitame 20 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Depitame 20 Tablet can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Depitame 20 Tablet
Taking Depitame 20 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Depitame 20 Tablet
Taking Depitame 20 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Depitame is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Depitame causes dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.
Yes, Depitame causes a headache. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience a headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest. Even if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Patients who are suffering from major depressive disorder may experience a change in behaviour, suicidal and self-inflicting thought whether they are taking Depitame or not and this risk may remain till significant remission of depression. If you are experiencing mood fluctuations, life-threatening, distorted thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Depitame can be taken with alprazolam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Depitame along with alprazolam if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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