Reboxetine
About Reboxetine
Reboxetine is a newer tricyclic antidepressant (TCAs) drug that predominantly inhibit norepinephrine reuptake into the presynaptic neuron, & indicated for depression primarily.Reboxetine should be used with caution in: those under 18 years of age, the elderly, patients with heart disease or epilepsy, those with poor liver or kidney function, previous or current mental diseases such as mania or psychoses, increased pressure in the eye (known as narrow-angle glaucoma), and those who have problems urinating or with an enlarged prostates.It should not be used in: allergy to reboxetine or any other ingredient in the medicines, patients who are taking a drug called a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) within 14 days
Reboxetine appears to produce fewer side effects and may be safer in overdose than the older TCAs; usual side effects are as follows:
- dry mouth,
- Urinary retention,
- Insomnia,
- Constipation,
- Sexual distress.
This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: mental disorders, epilepsy, liver or kidney disease or any sort of heart or blood disorders, increased pressure in the eye (glaucoma), prostate problems or problems with urinating, or if you are pregnant or likely to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.Symptoms of an overdose include: feeling faint on standing, anxiety and high blood pressure (hypertension).
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Reboxetine
Depression
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Reboxetine ?
Insomnia (Difficulty In Sleeping)
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Reboxetine
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Reboxetine is probably usafe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Reboxetine may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Does this affect kidney function?
Reboxetine should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Reboxetine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Does this affect liver function?
Reboxetine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Reboxetine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
Medicines containing Reboxetine
Below is the list of medicines, which contains Reboxetine as ingredient
- Rebotin 2mg Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Rebotin 4mg Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
Reboxetine is a selective noradrenaline reuptake inhibiting antidepressant with low affinity for other neurotransmitters. It is used to treat clinical depression and is also useful in the treatment of other conditions like panic disorder, narcolepsy, etc.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Reboxetine ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Medicine
Onabet Powder
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