Galdopin

No, you should always check with your doctor before you stop taking Galdopin 25 Capsule. Stopping the medicine abruptly may cause withdrawal effects. So, your doctor may reduce your dose gradually before taking you off the medicine completely. This helps to prevent a recurrence of the symptoms of depression and also reduces the chances of withdrawal symptoms.

Yes, stopping the use of Galdopin 25 Capsule abruptly results in withdrawal symptoms which include insomnia (trouble falling asleep), irritability and excessive sweating. You should consult your doctor if you need to stop Galdopin 25 Capsule. You doctor may gradually reduce the dose of Galdopin 25 Capsule before taking you off Galdopin 25 Capsule completely.

You should not take Galdopin 25 Capsule if you have ever had an allergic reaction to antidepressant medicines (such as Galdopin 25 Capsule), or any of the inactive ingredients of Galdopin 25 Capsule. Avoid taking Galdopin 25 Capsule if you have glaucoma (increased eye pressure), liver problems, any difficulty in passing urine, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not take Galdopin 25 Capsule if you are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) in the last two weeks or, if you suffer from mania (where you experience an abnormally elevated and excitable mood). It should not be given to children under 12 years of age.

Taking Galdopin 25 Capsule may cause sleepiness, so you should avoid driving or working with machinery until the effect has worn off. Driving while taking Galdopin 25 Capsule may increase the risk of sleep-driving. This refers to driving while not fully awake after taking a sleeping medicine that can lead to decreased awareness of the surroundings and cause accidents.

Overdose of Galdopin 25 Capsule can be mild or severe. Signs and symptoms of mild overdose include drowsiness, blurred vision and excessive dryness of the mouth. Severe overdose may cause loss of consciousness, difficulty breathing, convulsions, low blood pressure, unusually fast heartbeat or palpitations. If you take too much of Galdopin 25 Capsule, contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical help.

It may take several weeks or longer for you to experience significant benefits of Galdopin 25 Capsule. Do not stop taking Galdopin 25 Capsule without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.

Yes. Galdopin 25 Capsule is also used for the treatment of insomnia (difficulty sleeping). It is especially helpful for people who have trouble staying asleep.

No, you should not drink alcohol while taking Galdopin 25 Capsule as alcohol can increase the sleepiness or dizziness that occur as side effects of Galdopin 25 Capsule.

Generally Galdopin 25 Capsule does not cause dependence and is therefore not addictive. But, you should not stop taking Galdopin 25 Capsule abruptly as it may cause temporary withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia (trouble falling asleep), irritability and excessive sweating.

Yes, Galdopin 25 Capsule can cause suicidal thoughts. This is more common in people who have previously had thoughts about killing or harming themselves, are younger than 25 years of age with a history of psychiatric conditions and who have earlier been treated with an antidepressant. If you experience suicidal thoughts, contact your doctor or go to a hospital straight away. You may also find it helpful to talk to a relative or close friend.

Galdopin 25 Capsule may cause weight gain as well as loss of appetite, but it is not very common. Call your doctor if any of these bother you.

Galdopin 25 Capsule should be taken in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Your dose will depend on the illness you are being treated for. If you are taking Galdopin 25 Capsule for insomnia, you should take it 30 minutes just before bedtime and you should not do anything that needs mental focus. If you are taking it for depression or anxiety, take it exactly as directed by your doctor. Remember to take this medicine at the same time each day to avoid missing doses.

The side effects of Galdopin 25 Capsule include increased heart rate, weight gain, dryness in mouth, orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), constipation and difficulty in urination. It may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, cause chills and excessive sweating. Please consult your doctor if any of these side effects worry you or do not go away.