Melixol 10 Mg/0.5 Mg Tablet

Melixol 10 Mg/0.5 Mg Tablet is prescribed to patients who are suffering from mental disorders such as depression, maintenance therapy for chronic schizophrenia in patients without excitement, agitation, or hyperactivity, depression with or without anxiety and other conditions.

Melixol 10 Mg/0.5 Mg Tablet can be classified under the group of drugs called thioxanthenes in combination with psychoactive agent. It is composed of Flupenthixol and Melitracen. This tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. The primary working principle for the Melixol 10 Mg/0.5 Mg Tablet relies on interfering with the nerve pathways in the brain.

After entering the blood of the patient, the drug actively rectifies the chemical imbalances that are responsible for the signs of schizophrenia, and hence suppresses the most common symptoms associated with the disorder.

Before you start taking this medication you should notify your doctor if:

• You are allergic to any ingredient contained within it.
• You are allergic to any food or medicine or substance.
• You have breathing/liver/kidney/thyroid/heart problems.
• You have epilepsy/diabetes/Parkinson’s disease/glaucoma.
• You are taking any medications.
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding women.

This medication also antagonizes the activity of dopamine and serotonin in the brain; blocking neuronal reuptake of noradrenaline and serotonin in the brain, resulting in an effective approach towards treating patients with mental disorders and undergoing an emotional imbalance.

• Depression

• Schizophrenia

• Hypersensitivity

• Tremor

• Sleepiness

• Fatigue

• Nausea

• Weight Gain

• Constipation

• Dry Mouth

• Excessive Salivation

• Orthostatic Hypotension

• Muscle Rigidity

• Tremor

• Restlessness

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Women who are pregnant must consult doctor before using this drug.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  In case of breastfeeding, you must consult the doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  This medication is not recommended for use in patients suffering from kidney disease or kidney function impairment due to the increased risk of sever adverse effects. This risk is higher especially with prolonged use. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

• Does this affect liver function?

  This medication should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from liver function impairment or active liver disease due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of the effect of this drug has not been clinically established.

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset of this drug has not been clinically established.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Melixol 10 Mg/0.5 Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Relixol 10 Mg/0.5 Mg Tablet

  Reliance Formulation Pvt Ltd

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

It is an antipsychotic drug that is used as a long-acting injection for schizophrenia and also as an antidepressant. It belongs to a class of thioxanthene drug which works by blocking the dopamine D1 and D2 receptors thereby increasing serotonin and noradrenaline.

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 Alcohol

  No interactions with alcohol have been noticed but do consult a doctor if alcohol is being consumed.

• Interaction with Medicine

  The medicine may interact with the following drugs and products: Anti-diabetic medications, Aspirin, Carbenoxolone. Cephalosporins. Cholestyramine. Cisplatin. Corticosteroids, Digoxin, Indomethacin, Lithium and Probenecid.

• Interaction with Disease

  It has negative interactions with kidney and liver disease.

• Ques : What is Melixol 10 Mg/0.5 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : This medication is used for treating mental disorders such as schizophrenia.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Melixol 10 Mg/0.5 Mg Tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 1 week. Please consult your doctor for the time period you need to use this medication.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Melixol 10 Mg/0.5 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

• Ques : Should I use Melixol 10 Mg/0.5 Mg Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is advised to be consumed orally. If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset the stomach. Please consult the doctor before using it.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Melixol 10 Mg/0.5 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : It should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.