Miratake 7.5 Tablet is used in the treatment of depression. This medicine works by increasing the level of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) in the brain that help calm the brain and relax the nerves, thus treating your depression.
Miratake 7.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level in the blood. If you miss any doses, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include dryness in the mouth, increased appetite, and headaches. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause weight gain; therefore, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly. Moreover, it is important to inform your doctor if you develop a sore throat or fever after taking this medicine.
Depression is a common mental health disorder characterized by persistent sadness, lack of interest or pleasure in activities, fatigue, and changes in sleep and appetite. It can significantly affect a person's quality of life and ability to function. Miratake 7.5 Tablet is used in the treatment of depression to help lift mood, reduce anxiety, and improve sleep and appetite. It may support emotional balance and restore daily functioning, enabling individuals to engage more fully in personal and social activities.
Side effects of Miratake Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Miratake
Headache
Weight gain
Sleepiness
Dryness in mouth
Increased appetite
How to use Miratake Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Miratake 7.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Miratake Tablet works
Miratake 7.5 Tablet is an antidepressant. It works by increasing the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline), natural substances in the brain that help maintain mental balance.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Miratake 7.5 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Miratake 7.5 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Miratake 7.5 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body. The baby should be monitored for behavioral side effects and adequate growth.
Driving
UNSAFE
Miratake 7.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. Miratake 7.5 Tablet can affect your concentration or alertness. This may impair your driving ability.
Kidney
CAUTION
Miratake 7.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Miratake 7.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Miratake Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Miratake 7.5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Miratake 7.5 Tablet starts to work more quickly than other antidepressants.
Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Miratake 7.5 Tablet, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
If your doctor asks you to stop Miratake 7.5 Tablet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly.
Notify your doctor immediately if you develop a sore throat or fever or stomatitis during treatment with Miratake 7.5 Tablet.
Miratake 7.5 Tablet starts to work more quickly than other antidepressants.
Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Miratake 7.5 Tablet, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
If your doctor asks you to stop Miratake 7.5 Tablet, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly.
Notify your doctor immediately if you develop a sore throat or fever or stomatitis during treatment with Miratake 7.5 Tablet.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Piperazinoazepines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Noradrenergic and Specific Serotonergic Antidepressants (NaSSAs)
Interaction with drugs
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