Pitofen 0.5mg Tablet

Pitofen 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at night. However, it is advisable to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it.

Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include sleepiness, dryness in mouth, increased appetite, and nausea. It may also cause weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly to prevent it.

It is important to consult your doctor if you develop a skin rash, muscle aches, tremors, or difficulty moving after taking this medicine. You should avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medicine as it may result in increased sedation. If you are taking this medicine for a long-term, regular monitoring of liver function and vision is recommended.

• Migraine

• You have been prescribed Pitofen 0.5mg Tablet for the prevention of migraine headaches.
• Do not take it to treat an acute attack of migraine.
• Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
  • Have your meals at the same time every day
  • Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures
  • Avoid loud music and noisy places
  • Avoid chocolates,  cheese, processed food, alcohol and smoking
  • Get sufficient sleep and avoid stress
• It should be taken at night-time before going to bed.
• It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Pitofen 0.5mg Tablet affects you.
• You may experience weight gain while on treatment. Monitoring of body weight is required on a regular basis.
• Notify your doctor if you develop skin rash, muscle aches, tremors, difficulty moving, or abnormal uncontrolled movement.
• You have been prescribed Pitofen 0.5mg Tablet for the prevention of migraine headaches.
• Do not take it to treat an acute attack of migraine.
• Some tips that may help avoid a migraine attack:
  • Have your meals at the same time every day
  • Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures
  • Avoid loud music and noisy places
  • Avoid chocolates,  cheese, processed food, alcohol and smoking
  • Get sufficient sleep and avoid stress
• It should be taken at night-time before going to bed.
• It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Pitofen 0.5mg Tablet affects you.
• Notify your doctor if you develop skin rash, muscle aches, tremors, difficulty moving, or abnormal uncontrolled movement.