Noanxit 0.5 mg+10 mg (Tablet)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Flupentixol melitracen |
| Company | Reliance pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Apathy
- Psychogenic depression
- Depressive neurosses
- Masked depression
- Menopausal depressions
- Dysphoria and depression in alcoholics and drug addicts
Pharmacology
Consists of flupentixol and melitracen, rendering a preparation with antidepressant, anxiolytic, and activating properties.
Dosage & Administration
- Adults: Usually 2 tablets orally daily in the morning and noon. In severe cases, the morning dose may be increased to 2 tablets.
- Elderly patients: 1 tablet in the morning.
- Maintenance dose: Usually 1 tablet orally in the morning. In cases of insomnia or severe restlessness, additional treatment with a sedative in the acute phase is recommended.
Interaction
May enhance the response to alcohol, barbiturates, and other CNS depressants. Simultaneous administration of MAO-inhibitors may cause hypertensive crises.
Contraindications
- Immediate recovery phase after myocardial infarction
- Defects in bundle-branch conduction
- Untreated narrow-angle glaucoma
- Acute alcohol, barbiturate, and opiate intoxications
- Not recommended for excitable or overactive patients
- Patients who have received an MAO-inhibitor within two weeks
Side Effects
Rare side effects in recommended doses, including transient restlessness and insomnia.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Preferably not given during pregnancy and lactation.
Precautions & Warnings
If previously treated with sedative tranquillizers, they should be withdrawn gradually.
Overdose Effects
Symptoms of intoxication by melitracen dominate in cases of overdosage. Symptomatic and Supportive treatment required.
Therapeutic Class
Combined anxiolytics & anti-depressant drugs
Storage Conditions
Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C in a dry place. Protect from light. Keep out of reach of children.
Common Questions about Noanxit 0.5 mg Tablet
- What is Noanxit 0.5 mg Tablet?: Consists of Flupentixol & Melitracen. Used to treat Anxiety, Depression, Apathy, Psychogenic depression, Depressive neurosses, Masked depression, Menopausal depressions.
- Quick Tips:
- Helps treat anxiety and depression
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking it
- Can cause changes in blood sugar levels
- Inform your doctor about certain conditions and symptoms
- Notify your doctor before undergoing any surgical procedure