Survector 100mg Tablet

Survector 100mg Tablet is normally taken before bedtime because it can make you feel sleepy. It can be taken with or without food, but you should take it at a fixed time each day for better efficacy. The dose and duration will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. If you have missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any dose and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medicine may not work straight away and could take several days to weeks before you get the full effects. Do not stop the medication without talking to the doctor. Your doctor may suggest dose may be modified or gradually decreased before stopping the medication.

The most common side effects of this medicine include an increase in heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in the mouth, and constipation. Initially, this medicine may also cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, especially when you change positions.  It may even cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. To lower the chances of dizziness, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also lead to weight gain in some people. Most of the common side effects tend to be mild. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Serious side effects associated with this medicine are rare.

Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same or any other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. This medicine is not addictive, but you can experience additional side effects (withdrawal symptoms) if you stop taking it suddenly.

• Treatment of Depression

• It may take 4 to 6 weeks for Survector 100mg Tablet to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.
• It may cause sleepiness. Take it at bedtime and do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
• Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Survector 100mg Tablet as it may cause excessive sleepiness.
• Monitor your weight during the treatment as this medicine can cause weight gain and increased appetite.
• Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
• The main dose should be taken at night as this medicine may produce drowsiness or sleepiness.
• It can take 2 to 3 weeks for Survector 100mg Tablet 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 Survector 100mg Tablet, 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 Survector 100mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.
• The addiction/dependence potential of Survector 100mg Tablet is very less.
• It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.