Oxamine 50mg Tablet
Prescription RequiredPrimarily used for
Potentiallyunsafewith
Alcohol
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Medicine Overview of Oxamine Tablet
Uses of Oxamine Tablet
Oxamine 50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of depression
It is used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to alternative treatment options for depression.
It is used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to alternative treatment options for depression.
Side effects of Oxamine Tablet
Common
Sleepiness, Blurred vision, Weight gain, Dry mouth, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Difficulty in urination, Increased heart rate, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Constipation, Parkinsonism, Akathisia, Dystonia.
How to use Oxamine 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. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Oxamine 50mg Tablet at a fixed time.
How Oxamine Tablet works
Oxamine 50mg tablet increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
In Depth Information on Oxamine Tablet
Expert advice for Oxamine Tablet
- The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may produce drowsiness or sleepiness.
- It can take 4 to 6 weeks for Oxamine to start working.
- You should continue the treatment for at least 6 months after you feel better to stop depression from coming back.
- If your doctor asks you to stop Oxamine, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly.
- Avoid driving or operating machinery as it may decrease alertness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Oxamine, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
- The addiction/dependence potential of Oxamine is very less.
- It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.
Warnings
Special precautions for Oxamine 50mg Tablet
Alcohol
CAUTION
Oxamine 50mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Oxamine 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor....
+moreAnimal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
CAUTION
Oxamine 50mg Tablet is probably usafe to use during lactatio
+moren.
Limited human data suggests that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
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Driving
Oxamine 50mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired,
+moreor decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
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Kidney
SAFE
Oxamine 50mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Oxamine 50mg Tablet is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease....
+moreHowever, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
There is limited information available on the use of Oxamine
+more 50mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
...Severely interacts with other drugs like
Linowin 200mg Injection, Mezolam 7.5mg Injection, Adamon 100mg Injection, TRANDOL 50MG INJECTION
Missed Dosage
If you miss a dose of Amoxapine, 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.
Patient Concerns
Frequently asked questions for Oxamine 50mg Tablet
Frequently asked questions for Amoxapine
Oxamine is used for the treatment of depression
It acts by increasing the amount of chemicals (norepinephrine and serotonin) that is required to maintain normal mental balance
Oxamine causes change in weight (increase or decrease).
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