tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42750994033367684942024-11-06T08:34:58.431+05:30Mental Health Information from an Expert. Manura Nanayakkarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14496510696211078934noreply@blogger.comBlogger92125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275099403336768494.post-71252182283069691382017-01-12T10:40:00.000+05:302017-01-12T10:47:07.005+05:30

Oxat is an Indian brand of SSRI (Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) medication paroxetine. It is prescribed for major depressive disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder and other anxiety disorders. Oxat 20mg tablets Unlike other anti-depressants it is especially prescribed for breastfeeding mothers due to low concentration of the

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What is Deprex? Deprex is a brand of olanzapine manufactured by Square Pharmaceuticals, India. It is a drug prescribed for psychosis and bipolar disorder. When administered as an injection, it quite useful for treating acutely disturbed patients who are unable take oral medications. Its principal side effects are drowsiness, weight gain, and problems with blood sugar patients predisposed

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Tranax is a prescription only drug in the benzodiazepine family. It is a brand of Alprazolam manufactured by Cipla pharmaceuticals, India.  It is commonly prescribed by doctors to treat anxiety, phobias and panic disorders. In addition, some doctors prescribe this medication to alleviate sleep problems in certain patients. Principal side effects of Tranax are drowsiness, tiredness

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Serotonin syndrome is a rare and potentially life threatening drug side effect. It is characterized by muscle stiffness, tremors, nausea, vomiting and fever. It occurs with drugs that interact with the serotonin system of the human body. How serotonin acts? Serotonin is a natural neurotransmitter in human body. It controls various autonomic functions such as appetite and sleep regulation. In

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Clonotril ® is a brand of clonazepam available in Indian sub-continent. It is a benzodiazepine class medication prescribed for epilepsy, anxiety disorders and for sleep disorders. Most common side effects reported by patients are drowsiness, dizziness, light headedness and walking difficulties (ataxia). Long term side effects of Clonotril  In addition to the common short term side effects

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Anxit is an Indian brand name of Generic Alprazolam manufactured by Micro pharmaceuticals. It is prescribed for anxiety disorders and in sleep problems. At lower doses it is helpful in reducing anxiety while causing minimal drowsiness. Most common side effects are drowsiness, fatigue and addiction. This medication can be habit forming in long term use.  Anxit tablets Uses of Anxit

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Petril ® is a clonazepam (benzodiazepine) brand manufactured in India. It is prescribed in epilepsy, anxiety disorders and in sleep problems. Most commonly reported side effects are drowsiness, dizziness, light headedness and problems in walking (ataxia). In addition to the side effects mentioned above it has habit forming properties (Needing more dose to get the same effect especially sleep

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Flutinol is a brand of fluoxetine prescribed for clinical depression and anxiety disorders. It is an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) class medication manufactured by Sun pharmaceuticals, India. Its main side effects are nausea, insomnia, sexual dysfunction and headache. Uses of Flutinol This medication is prescribed for major depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar depression

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Nexito plus is a combination of escitalopram 5mg and 0.5mg clonazepam in a single tablet. It is effective against anxiety disorders and in depression with poor sleep. This combination is effective against panic disorder, where the patient’s anxiety symptoms usually get worse initially with SSRI (Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). In addition, this medication can be given to people who

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Lamosyn is an Indian brand name of generic anti-epileptic lamotrigine. In addition to epilepsy, it is also prescribed for mental health problems such as bipolar affective disorder. Skin rash is the most significant side effect. In addition, this medication can cause nausea, dry mouth and unsteady walking. Lamosyn 25mg tablets Uses of Lamosyn This medication is classified as an

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Zolax is a brand of sustained release Alprazolam manufactured in India. It is primarily prescribed for anxiety disorders and to induce sleep in insomnia. Side effects are drowsiness, fatigue and lightheadedness next day. This medication should not be used more than three to four weeks at a stretch due to its long term habit forming properties. Zolax SR tablets Uses of Zolax 

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Clofranil is a brand of Clomipramine. It is prescribed for obsessive compulsive disorder and depressive disorder. Main side effects are drowsiness, feeling faintish, dry mouth and constipation. This is a TCA class antidepressant with more serotonergic actions than other TCA antidepressants. More serotonergic action makes this medication more similar to SSRI (Selective serotonin reuptake

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Paxidep CR is an Indian brand of SSRI (Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) antidepressant. Its generic name is paroxetine. It is prescribed for depression, panic disorder and other anxiety disorders. It is especially prescribed for breastfeeding mothers due to low concentration of the medication in breast milk. CR is shortened name for controlled release. It means once the medication is

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Sizopin is an Indian brand name of the generic medication clozapine. It is prescribed specifically in resistant schizophrenia. However, this medication has several dangerous side effects such as reduced blood counts (agranulocytosis) and inflammation of heart muscles. Uses of Sizopin This is the only medication that has proven efficacy in resistant forms of Schizophrenia. It is

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Nodict is a brand of generic Naltrexone manufactured by Sun Rise Pharmaceuticals, India. It is prescribed for Alcohol and Opioid (Heroin and Morphine) dependence. This medication is one of modern treatment methods used by doctors to treat substance dependence. How Nodict is used? This medication is used as a relapse prevention method in Alcohol dependence. Once alcohol withdrawal is

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Delirium tremens is a severe withdrawal reaction to alcohol. Alcohol intoxication is a state that occurs following intake of alcohol. It usually occurs in individuals who is getting rapid increase in blood alcohol concentration. This was a question asked from me. Both Delirium tremens and Alcohol intoxication can become life threatening. Alcohol intoxication is life threatening due to

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Zolfresh is an Indian brand of Zolpidem tartrate prescribed for people with sleep problems. It induces sleep and use to treat insomnia. Its brand name used in US is Ambien. Compared to other medications that induces sleep this medication causes less disruption of sleep architecture. Zolfresh tablets What are the side effects of Zolfresh? This medication causes drowsiness within one

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Venlift OD ("Once daily") is a medication prescribed for major depression and anxiety disorders. It is an Indian brand name of Venlafaxine manufactured by Torrent pharmaceuticals. This medication is a SNRI or selective serotonin and noradrenalin reuptake inhibitor class medication. This medication acts by increasing serotonin and noradrenaline in nerve terminals. Its commonest side effects are

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Serdep is a brand of prescription only, SSRI class Anti-depressant manufactured by Cipla pharmaceuticals, India. Its generic name is Sertraline. It is prescribed for major depression, and anxiety disorders such as panic disorder. Most common side effects reported by patients are nausea, gastric irritation, and reduced desire for sex. However, this medication is one of the safest antidepressants

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Lithosun is a brand name of Lithium carbonate. It is a medication prescribed for bipolar disorder and resistant depression. However it can cause various toxic effects and side effects. Since it is a toxic chemical there are many problems associated with it. Problems related to medications can be classified as relative and absolute. In absolute, the treatment should not be commenced for reason.

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Veniz XR is a brand of Venlafaxine extended release preparation manufactured by Sun pharmaceuticals, India. Venlafaxine is an SNRI (Selective serotonin and Noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor) medication prescribed for depression, anxiety disorders, and nerve pain. Uses of Veniz XR This medication is primarily prescribed for depressive disorder. According to recent clinical trials it is

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Librium is a benzodiazepine class medication commonly prescribed for alcohol withdrawal. It reduces symptoms of alcohol withdrawal such as tremors, sleep problems and visual disturbances. In addition, it reduces chances of getting alcohol withdrawal seizures (fits). Librium is the generic name of Chlordiazepoxide. It acts via activating GABA type A receptors in the brain. In addition, Librium

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Manorest is a trade name of the generic medication Alprazolam. It is manufactured in India and popular in Indian sub-continent. It is prescribed for Anxiety disorders and to help sleep problems. This medication is known to cause fatigue, drowsiness and dizziness. This medication should not be used in long term as it is habit forming and causes addiction. Uses of Manorest Manorest is

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Sizodon is a brand of Risperidone manufactured by the Sun Pharma, India. It is an atypical antipsychotic medication prescribed primarily for Schizophrenia, Delusional disorder and Bipolar disorder. Main notable side effects of Sizodon are movement problem called acute dystonia and drug induced Parkinsonism. Uses of Sizodon Sizodon is prescribed primarily for psychotic disorders such as

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Stress is defined as the human body's response to a change. Even though it is good in short term, it can cause harm to your body in long term. Stress can increase certain hormonal levels in the body. This can cause certain changes in long term which can cause heart attacks, stroke and various other problems. Importance of stress in our current society Even though our society increased

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