Stalin 50 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 6.00 (5 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 60.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sertraline hydrochloride |
| Company | Concord pharmaceuticals ltd |
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
- Increased 5-HT concentrations at the synaptic clefts
- Facilitation of sustained activity at the postsynaptic receptor sites
- Reduction of serotonin turnover in the brain
- Prolonged elimination half-life allowing for once daily administration
Dosage & Administration
- Various starting doses for different disorders
- Therapeutic ranges for different disorders
- Recommended dose changes at a one-week interval
- Specific starting dosage and administration for pediatric patients
- Continuous and intermittent dosing options for PMDD
Interaction
- Potential effects of co-administration of drugs that are highly bound to plasma proteins
- Possible adverse effects from co-administering tightly bound drugs
- Interactions with specific drugs such as Cimetidine, Diazepam, Hypoglycemic drugs, Atenolol
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Sertraline or its excipients
- Not recommended in patients with moderate to severe hepatic impairment
Side Effects
- Upset stomach
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Vomiting
- Dry mouth
- Loss of appetite
- Weight changes
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Pain
- Burning or tingling in the hands or feet
- Excitement
- Sore throat
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No established safety during human pregnancy
- Excreted in breast milk, effects on nursing infants not established
- Discontinuation of breastfeeding should be considered if treatment is necessary
Precautions & Warnings
- Special precautions for liver problems, kidney diseases, seizures, and heart problems
- Caution in activities requiring alertness
- Elderly individuals may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug
- Avoid use if monoamine oxidase inhibitor has been taken in the last five weeks
- Risk of suicidal thinking and behavior change
Therapeutic Class
- SSRIs & related anti-depressant drugs
Storage Conditions
- Do not store above 30°C
- Keep out of the reach of children