Joyxit 0.5 mg+10 mg (Tablet)

Title

Joyxit 0.5 mg Tablet

Categories

• Anxiolytic
• Antidepressant
• Combined anxiolytic & antidepressant drugs

Description

Flupentixol and Melitracen tablet is indicated in anxiety, depression, apathy, psychogenic depression, depressive neuroses, masked depression, menopausal depressions, dysphoria, and depression in alcoholics and drug addicts.

Indications

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Apathy
• Psychogenic depression
• Depressive neuroses
• Masked depression
• Psychosomatic affections accompanied by anxiety and apathy
• Menopausal depressions
• Dysphoria and depression in alcoholics and drug addicts

Pharmacology

• Flupentixol - neuroleptic with anxiolytic and antidepressant properties
• Melitracen - bipolar thymoleptic with activating properties
• Combination renders preparation with antidepressant, anxiolytic, and activating properties
• Maximal serum concentration reached in about 4 hours after oral administration

Dosage and 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

Interaction

• Enhances response to alcohol, barbiturates, and other CNS depressants
• Simultaneous administration of MAO-inhibitors may cause hypertensive crises
• Reduces antihypertensive effect of guanethidine and similar acting compounds
• Enhances effects of adrenaline and noradrenaline

Contraindications

• Immediate recovery phase after myocardial infarction
• Defects in bundle-branch conduction
• Untreated narrow-angle glaucoma
• Acute alcohol, barbiturate, and opiate intoxications
• Should not be given to patients who have received an MAO-inhibitor within two weeks
• Not recommended for excitable or overactive patients

Side effects

• Rare in recommended doses
• Transient restlessness
• Insomnia

Pregnancy and lactation

Preferably not given during pregnancy and lactation

Precautions and warnings

Gradual withdrawal of previous sedative tranquillizers

Overdose effects

• Symptoms of intoxications by melitracen dominate
• Extrapyramidal symptoms due to flupentixol may occur
• Symptomatic and supportive treatment
• Gastric lavage and administration of activated charcoal
• Measures aimed at supporting respiratory and cardiovascular systems
• Diazepam for convulsions
• Biperiden for extrapyramidal symptoms

Therapeutic class

Combined anxiolytics & antidepressant drugs

Storage conditions

Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C in a dry place. Protect from light. Keep out of reach of children

Commonly asked questions

• What is Joyxit 0.5mg Tablet: Consists of Flupentixol & Melitracen. Used to treat Anxiety, Depression, Apathy, Psychogenic depression, Depressive neuroses, Masked depression, Menopausal depressions
• Quick tips:
  • Helps treat anxiety and depression
  • Can cause dizziness and sleepiness
  • Avoid alcohol consumption
  • Monitor blood sugar levels
  • Inform doctor about certain medical conditions
  • Communicate sudden mood changes or suicidal thoughts
  • Inform doctor before surgical procedures

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