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Depran Forte is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Anxiety, Mental Illness.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Depran Forte. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Depran Forte side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Depran Forte go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Depran Forte's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Depran Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Depran Forte contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Depran Forte with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Depran Forte is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Depran Forte is used to treat the following -
Main 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 Depran Forte safe for pregnant women?
Depran Forte can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Depran Forte, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Depran Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Depran Forte can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Depran Forte on the Kidneys?
Depran Forte may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Depran Forte on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Depran Forte. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Depran Forte only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Depran Forte on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Depran Forte on the heart have been reported.
Depran Forte should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Depran Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Depran Forte habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Depran Forte cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Depran Forte, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Depran Forte can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Depran Forte only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Depran Forte can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Depran Forte
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Depran Forte and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Depran Forte
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Depran Forte as it can have severe side effects.
Ideally Depran Forte can be taken with food or without food post evening because its absorption is not affected by food. However, you are recommended to take it as per doctor's instructions.
Depran Forte works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing relief from sleeplessness and anxiety to the patient.
Yes, Depran Forte causes dry mouth. It is a common side effect of it. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Depran Forte is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. This is for your own good as it is a habit-forming drug and can lead to very unpleasant side effects.
Depran Forte comes in form of a tablet and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with chronic pulmonary insufficiency, personality disorders, muscle weakness, impaired liver or kidney function. Do not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it can cause drowsiness or sedation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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