Noritop Information

Noritop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Noritop. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Noritop have been listed ahead. These side effects of Noritop are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Noritop is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Noritop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) must refrain from the use of Noritop since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Noritop have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Noritop may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Noritop, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Noritop Benefits & Uses
Noritop Dosage & How to Take
Noritop Side Effects
Noritop Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Noritop with Other Drugs
Noritop Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Noritop
Noritop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Noritop Benefits & Uses

Noritop is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression

Noritop Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may be increased up to 150 mg/day as needed
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may be increased up to 50 mg/day as needed
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may be increased up to 50 mg/day as needed

Noritop Related Warnings

Is the use of Noritop safe for pregnant women?

Noritop can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Noritop right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Noritop safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Noritop may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Noritop should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Noritop on the Kidneys?

Using Noritop does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Noritop on the Liver?

Noritop may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Noritop on the Heart?

Noritop is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Noritop with Other Drugs

Noritop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Atropine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Noritop Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Noritop unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Suicidal Tendency
Heart Disease
Schizophrenia
Thyroid problems
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Bipolar Disorder

Frequently asked Questions about Noritop

Is this Noritop habit forming or addictive?

Noritop is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Noritop you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Noritop only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Noritop has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Noritop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Noritop

Taking Noritop with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Noritop

Consuming Noritop with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe