Flupenthixol 0.5mg, Melitracen 10mg Tablet
Flupenthixol 0.5 mg, Melitracen 10 mg is a combination medication used primarily to treat depressive disorders, anxiety, and mood disturbances. It combines two active ingredients: Flupenthixol (an antipsychotic medication) and Melitracen (an antidepressant from the tricyclic antidepressant class). This combination works to balance the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain, thereby improving mood and alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety.
- Recommended Usage
Indications
- Depressive Disorders: Used in the treatment of depression, especially when anxiety and mood disturbances are also present.
- Anxiety: Helps relieve symptoms of anxiety, nervous tension, and psychosomatic symptoms (e.g., unexplained physical ailments caused by stress).
- Mood Disorders: May be used in certain mood disorders with both depressive and anxious features.
Dosage and Administration
Schizophrenia:
o The typical dose is 1 tablet (Flupenthixol 0.5 mg, Melitracen 10 mg) taken once or twice daily, depending on the physician's recommendations and the patient's condition.
o It is generally taken with or without food. Follow the prescribed dosage and frequency.
The dose may be adjusted based on clinical response, and it is important to follow your healthcare provider's instructions.
Precautions
Heart Conditions: Use with caution in patients with cardiac issues (e.g., arrhythmias, heart disease) as tricyclic antidepressants like Melitracen can affect heart rhythm.
Liver and Kidney Disease: Flupenthixol and Melitracen should be used carefully in individuals with liver or kidney disorders as these organs metabolize the medication.
Elderly: Older adults may be more prone to side effects like sedation, dizziness, or orthostatic hypotension (sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing).
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor before using this medication during pregnancy or breastfeeding. The safety of this combination in pregnant or breastfeeding women is not fully established.
Alcohol: Alcohol consumption should be limited or avoided, as it may increase side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and impaired concentration.
