Sertlin 100 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 300.00)

Strip Price: ৳ 100.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Sertraline hydrochloride
Company	Albion laboratories limited
Also available as	Sertlin 25 mg tablet Sertlin 50 mg tablet

Indications

Major depressive disorder (MDD)
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Panic disorder (PD)
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Social anxiety disorder (SAD)
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

Pharmacology

Potent and selective inhibitory action on CNS neuronal reuptake of 5-HT resulting in increased 5-HT concentrations at the synaptic clefts, leading to facilitation of its sustained activity at the postsynaptic receptor sites

Dosage & Administration

Adults:
- Starting Dose: 50 mg
- Therapeutic Range: 50-200 mg
Pediatric Patients (ages 6-12 years old):
- Starting Dose: 25 mg
- Therapeutic Range: 50-200 mg
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD):
- Starting dosage for PMDD is 50 mg/day
- Intermittent dosing can be repeated with each new cycle
Recommended interval between dose changes: one week

Interaction

Potential effects of co-administration of drugs that are highly bound to plasma proteins; may interact with drugs like Cimetidine, CNS active drugs like Diazepam, Hypoglycemic drugs, Atenolol etc.

Contraindications

Known hypersensitivity to Sertraline or any of its excipients; moderate to severe hepatic impairment

Side Effects

Upset stomach
Diarrhoea
Constipation
Vomiting
Dry mouth
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Headache
Pain
Burning or tingling in the hands or feet
Excitement
Sore throat
Weight changes

Pregnancy & Lactation

Safety during human pregnancy not established; excreted in breast milk

Precautions & Warnings

Caution in case of liver problems
Kidney diseases
Seizures
Heart problems and any allergies
May cause dizziness or drowsiness
Risk of suicidal thinking and change of behavior may occur