Zaptra 12.5 Mg/0.25 Mg Capsule
Zaptra Capsule is a combination medicine consisting of drugs that belong to the class of an antidepressant & an anti-epileptic. It helps in treating various mental disorders such as OCD, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Tell your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:
- If you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding a baby.
- If you have low sodium levels.
- If you have a history of seizures or epilepsy.
- If you have a history of glaucoma.
- If you have liver, heart or kidney diseases.
- If you are taking any prescriptive or over the counter drugs, herbal medications or dietary supplements.
The dosage for Zaptra Capsule will be prescribed by your doctor as per your medical history, age, gender, the current medical condition & what reactions you have after the first course of medicine.
This medicine works by selectively inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin. This results in higher concentrations of serotonin in the brain. It also helps in inhibiting the synaptic transmission that occurs in the central nervous system. Zaptra Capsule also reduces the use of serotonin by neurons and is used to treat seizures and anxiety.
Also Read: Cataspa Tablet Uses and Side EffectsZaptra Capsule can be used in below-mentioned conditions
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Depression
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Social Anxiety Disorder
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Panic Disorder
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Ocd)
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Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)
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Thioridazine
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Pimozide
Zaptra Capsule can cause the following symptoms, which are as follows
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Confusion
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Memory Impairment
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Uncoordinated Body Movements
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Tiredness
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Low Sexual Desire
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How long is the duration of effect?
The time for which this medicine remains effective in the body is not clearly established. -
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medicine is cumulative and may take months to show. It varies depending on the intended use and the dosing. -
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication. -
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported. -
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Breastfeeding women must consult doctor before using this medication. -
Is It safe with alcohol?
It is unsafe to concomitantly use alcohol along with this medication. -
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
This medication may cause some effects that could lead to affect your ability to drive.
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Zaptra 12.5 Mg/0.25 Mg Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Zydus Cadila
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Are there any missed dose instructions?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If the next scheduled dose is less than 4 hours away, then the missed dose should be skipped. -
Are there any overdose instructions?
In case of an overdose, doctor should be consulted immediately.
Zaptra Capsule works by selectively inhibiting the re-uptake of serotonin. This results in higher concentrations of serotonin in the brain. It also inhibits the synaptic transmission that occurs in the central nervous system. This capsule also reduces the use of serotonin by neurons and is used to treat seizures and anxiety.
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
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Interaction with Lab Test
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Interaction with Medicine
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Interaction with Disease
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Interaction with Food
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