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Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR

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Product introduction

Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR is a dibenzoxazepine antidepressant. It is used to treat depression. It also helps to enhance and brighten up the mood and is considered effective in treating depression that is unresponsive to alternative treatment.

Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR works by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that stabilizes and enhances the mood. It is better to take it before bedtime because it can make you feel drowsy. 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.

The most common side effects of this medicine include increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in the mouth, difficulty in urination, 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, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. To lower the chance 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 and temporary. 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 known to be addictive, but you can experience additional side effects (withdrawal symptoms) if you stop taking it suddenly. If you notice any sudden mood change or get suicidal or self-harm thoughts, you must consult the doctor without delay. Also, remember to take this medicine strictly as advised by the doctor as an overdose of this medication may lead to a serious health emergency. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as alcohol interacts with this medicine to cause serious health issues.

Uses of Tiazac Tablet SR

Benefits of Tiazac Tablet SR

In Depression

Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR works by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in the brain. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, and helps you sleep better. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants. It usually takes a few weeks for this medicine to work so you need to keep taking it even if you feel it is not working. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.

Side effects of Tiazac Tablet SR

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 Tiazac

  • Increased heart rate
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Difficulty in urination
  • Weight gain
  • Constipation

How to use Tiazac Tablet SR

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. Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR is to be taken empty stomach.

How Tiazac Tablet SR works

Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Tiazac Tablet SR?

If you miss a dose of Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR, 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.\n

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Quick tips

  • It may take 4 to 6 weeks for Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR 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 Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR as it may cause excessive sleepiness.
  • Monitor your weight during the treatment as this medicine can cause weight gain and increased appetite.
  • It may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
  • Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Medium-Chain Fatty Acid
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Tricyclic antidepressants

Interaction with drugs

Taking Tiazac with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns

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DEPRESSION SUFFERING FROM DEPRESSION
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.
Depression,anexity,body. Laziness Depression anxiety,f ear,body laziness
Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar
Ayurveda
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FAQs

Q. Is Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR effective?

Yes, Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR is effective if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. Avoid skipping doses and tell your doctor if you experience any side effects while taking Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR. The doctor may suggest ways to manage or prevent them. It may take a few weeks for you to see improvement in your symptoms. However, the treatment may be continued for a few months for effective management of your condition.

Q. What are the side effects of Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR?

Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR may cause side effects such as increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in mouth, difficulty in urination, weight gain, constipation and orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing). Consult your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or worry you.

Q. Can I just stop taking Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR?

No, do not stop the medication abruptly even if you are feeling good as it may worsen your condition. Continue taking Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR for the duration prescribed by your doctor to get maximum benefit. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or if you have completed your course of treatment. The doctor will suggest gradual dose reduction before taking you off this medicine completely.

Q. Can a pregnant woman take Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR?

Do not take Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR during pregnancy unless recommended by the doctor. It is given only if the benefits are clearly more than the risks involved. This is because studies have shown significant risks to the developing baby. If you take this medicine during the last trimester of the pregnancy, the newborn may develop symptoms such as breathing problems, weakness, irritability, changes in blood pressure, tremors and spasms.. Hence, it is advised that you should consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.

Q. Does Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR make you sleepy?

Yes, Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR may make you feel sleepy. Therefore, it is advised that you should not drive, use any heavy machinery or do any work that requires concentration while taking Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR. Also, avoid taking alcohol if you are being treated with Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR as it will only increase your drowsiness.

Q. What all should I inform my doctor before taking Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR?

Before taking Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Tiazac 12.5mg Tablet SR or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, thyroid, prostate or kidneys. Also tell your doctor if you have or ever had epilepsy (seizures or fits), diabetes, or glaucoma. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.

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