Platin 20 Mg Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Platin 20 Mg Capsule Information

Platin 20 Mg Capsule is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. The alternative uses of Platin 20 Mg Capsule have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Platin 20 Mg Capsule. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Platin 20 Mg Capsule as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Platin 20 Mg Capsule 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.

It is also important to note that Platin 20 Mg Capsule has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Platin 20 Mg Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Platin 20 Mg Capsule related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Platin 20 Mg Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Platin 20 Mg Capsule with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Platin 20 Mg Capsule, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Platin Benefits & Uses
Platin Dosage & How to Take
Platin Side Effects
Platin Related Warnings
Platin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Platin
Platin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Platin 20 Mg Capsule Benefits & Uses

Platin 20 Mg Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Panic Attack and Disorder
Stress (Read More - Home Remedies for Stress)
Bipolar Disorder
Mania
PMS
Binge Eating Disorder
Lung Cancer
Cervical Cancer
Head and neck cancer
Brain Cancer
Vaginal Cancer
Penile Cancer

Platin 20 Mg Capsule 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: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: PMS Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given continuously or during the luteal phase only

Platin 20 Mg Capsule Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Platin 20 Mg Capsule is used -

Severe

Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Renal Impairment

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Colitis
Akathisia
Hyperuricemia

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Insomnia
Headache
Fatigue
Tremor
Dry Mouth
Flushing
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Drowsiness
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Rash
Loss of appetite

Common

Joint pain
Swelling

Platin 20 Mg Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Platin 20 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Platin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Platin 20 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Platin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Platin 20 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Platin. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Mild
What is the effect of Platin 20 Mg Capsule on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Platin on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Platin 20 Mg Capsule on the Heart?

Platin is not harmful for the heart.

Mild

Platin 20 Mg Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Platin 20 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Suicidal Tendency
Bipolar Disorder
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes
Neutropenia
Peripheral Neuropathy
Herpes
Kidney Disease
Potassium Deficiency
Calcium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Platin 20 Mg Capsule

Is this Platin 20 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Platin 20 Mg Capsule has not been reported.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Platin 20 Mg Capsule as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Platin 20 Mg Capsule is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Platin 20 Mg Capsule is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

Yes

Platin 20 Mg Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Platin 20 Mg Capsule

You can take Platin 20 Mg Capsule with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Platin 20 Mg Capsule

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Platin 20 Mg Capsule.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Platin 20 Mg Capsule

Question over 5 years ago

Does Platin cause negative thinking?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Platin may cause distorted or negative thinking. One may develop feelings of self-harm. However, one can conquer such thought processes easily by concentrating on positive things in life, taking one day at a time and living each moment, practicing empathy and gratitude, finding meaning in helping others, learning new life skills, practicing yoga and meditation to achieve a sense of calm and so on.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is it safe to take Platin?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, it is safe to take Platin as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like difficulty in falling or staying asleep, anxiety, nervousness, dry mouth, uncontrolled shaking of a body part, difficulty in concentrating, and memory. If you suffer from any of these side effects, please talk to your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Platin a controlled substance?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Platin is not a controlled substance. It is a prescription drug belongs to the class of medications called antidepressant. A controlled drug is one whose manufacture, use and possession are regulated by the government, eg narcotics. Narcotics are the natural products like opium and its derivatives, heroin, coca leaf and cannabis, synthetic drugs like pethidine and methadone, codeine, morphine. These are also prescription drugs and must be taken cautiously as these can cause an addiction.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Platin affect one's sex life?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Platin 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Platin habit forming?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Platin is non-habit forming and non-addictive when taken as prescribed by the doctor. However, since it lessens the depression, a user may feel good about himself and then he might take more doses and take doses more frequently to enhance that feeling of well-being. Gradually, this might lead to dependence. Therefore, it is imperative that one takes Platin strictly under the recommendations of a doctor.