Sensit 0.5 mg+10 mg (Tablet)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Flupentixol melitracen |
| Company | Eskayef pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Apathy
- Psychogenic depression
- Depressive neurosses
- Masked depression
- Psychosomatic affections accompanied by anxiety and apathy
- Menopausal depressions
- Dysphoria and depression in alcoholics and drug addicts
Pharmacology
Consists of flupentixol, a neuroleptic with anxiolytic and antidepressant properties, and melitracen, a bipolar thymoleptic with 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. Additional treatment with a sedative in the acute phase is recommended for insomnia or severe restlessness.
Interaction
May enhance the response to alcohol, barbiturates, and other CNS depressants. Simultaneous administration of MAO-inhibitors may cause hypertensive crises. Neuroleptics and thymoleptics reduce the antihypertensive effect of certain compounds and enhance the 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
- Not to be given to patients who have received an MAO-inhibitor within two weeks
- Not recommended for excitable or overactive patients
Side Effects
In recommended doses, side effects are rare, but transient restlessness and insomnia may occur.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Preferably not to be given during pregnancy and lactation.
Precautions & Warnings
If previously treated with sedative tranquilizers, they should be withdrawn gradually.
Overdose Effects
Symptoms of intoxication by melitracen dominate in cases of overdosage. Measures aimed at supporting the respiratory and cardiovascular systems should be instituted. Gastric lavage and activated charcoal may be administered.
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 Sensit 0.5 mg Tablet
- Sensit 0.5 mg Tablet consists of Flupentixol & Melitracen. This is used to treat in Anxiety, Depression, Apathy, Psychogenic depression, Depressive neurosses, Masked depression, Menopausal depressions.
- Sensit 0.5 mg Tablet 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 because it can make drowsiness worse. It can cause changes in blood sugar levels. Monitor blood sugar regularly. Inform the doctor if there are concomitant liver disease, thyroid disorder, severe heart disease, or a urinary disorder. Talk to the doctor if sudden mood changes or suicidal thoughts develop. Inform the doctor before undergoing any surgical procedure.