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Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR


Product introduction

Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is used in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorder. It alters the chemicals in the brain that cause symptoms of anxiety such as irritability, restlessness, lack of concentration, fatigue, sweating, increased heart rate, and unwanted or racing thoughts.

Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is used to treat depression and anxiety disorder.

Uses of Depravan Tablet PR

Benefits of Depravan Tablet PR

In Depression

Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better, and increases your energy levels. Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR prevents extreme mood changes and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.

In Anxiety disorder

Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR works by stopping your brain from releasing the chemicals that make you feel anxious so it can reduce the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and sleep problems that often come with Anxiety disorder. It will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.

Side effects of Depravan Tablet PR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Depravan

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Decreased appetite
  • Anxiety
  • Constipation
  • Increased sweating
  • Sexual dysfunction

How to use Depravan Tablet PR

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Babies should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and adequate weight gain.
Driving
UNSAFE
Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As side effects of Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR are dizziness, confusion and eye sight changes such as blurred vision and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR helps in treating depression and anxiety.
  • It may take 2 to 4 weeks for Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR to start working. Keep taking it as prescribed.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
  • It may cause a sensation of restlessness, especially when you first start taking it. Inform your doctor if this happens to you.
  • Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Anisole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)

Patient concerns

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Mental Depression , Anxiety disorder
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.
Mixed anxiety depressive disorder
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.
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FAQs

Q. Can Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR cause sedation?

Yes. Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR can cause sedation. You should inform your doctor if you are taking any other sleep inducing medicines before starting Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR.

Q. Is Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR a psychotropic drug?

Yes. Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is a psychotropic drug. Any medication capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behaviour are called psychotropic drugs.

Q. Is Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR a narcotic?

No. Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is not a narcotic drug. Narcotics are drugs with sleep inducing properties, usual derivatives of Opium like Heroin and Morphine.

Q. What is the difference between Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR ER and XR?

Both are same medication. Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR ER and XR both means extended release preparation which releases the medication slowly into the body and maintains a constant needed medications levels. The advantage of taking ER/XR tablets is the frequency of dosage can be decreased.

Q. Can I take mirtazapine along with Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR?

No. There can be a serious side effect when mirtazapine is taken with Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR. It can cause a serious condition called as serotonin syndrome. It is a potentially life-threatening can present as agitation, hallucinations, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, tachycardia, labile blood pressure, hyperthermia and coma.

Q. Can I take Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR with citalopram?

No. Citalopram and Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or use any alternate drug. It can cause a serious condition called as serotonin syndrome. It is a potentially life-threatening can present as agitation, hallucinations, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, tachycardia, labile blood pressure, hyperthermia and coma.

Q. What is the relation between Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR and p-glycoprotein?

P-glycoprotein is responsible for the expulsion of Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR from the brain. Some studies have shown that Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR and its metabolite inhibit the p-glycoprotein.

Q. Where is Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR absorbed?

Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is absorbed from the intestine after being metabolised by the liver.

Q. When should I take Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR?

Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is a medication to treat generalised depressive disorder or depression. Consult your doctor before taking this medication.

Q. Can Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR cause high blood pressure?

Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR treatment is associated with sustained increases in blood pressure in some people. It is recommended that people who are being treated with Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR should have regular monitoring of blood pressure. For such people, either dose reduction or discontinuation should be considered.

Q. Can Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR cause constipation?

Yes. Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is known to cause constipation in some patients. Take a fiber-rich diet and drink plenty of water. You may consider taking laxatives as well. Your doctor will suggest ways to prevent or manage it. Please consult your doctor if it does not resolve or gets worse.

Q. Can Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR cause weight loss?

Yes. Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is known to cause weight loss in some patients. In research studies, a dose-dependent weight loss was noted in patients treated with Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR for several weeks. Please consult your doctor if it bothers you.

Q. Can Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR cause addiction?

No. Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR does not have habit-forming potential.

Q. Can I take Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR tablet instead of a capsule?

You can take a tablet instead of the capsule but only under consultation or prescription of a doctor. You should not change it yourself as the different formulation of a medication may have a different action as drug release would be different in both. This can lead to an inappropriate treatment and may lead to side effects or even failure of treatment.

Q. Can gabapentin be given along with Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR?

Yes. Gabapentin can be given with Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR but only with a consultation of a doctor. They both, when given together, causes an increase drowsiness, sleepiness and decreased concentration in work. Take with caution.

Q. What is the difference between Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR and desvenlafaxine?

Desvenlafaxine is an active metabolite of Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR. It is the same medication in an active form.

Q. Can fibromyalgia be treated with Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR?

Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is not approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Some research studies have shown promising results of Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR in the treatment of fibromyalgia. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.

Q. Can nerve pain be treated with Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR?

Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is not approved for treatment of nerve pain disorders but some researchers have proved its efficacy in nerve pain. It is currently used off-label for nerve pain.

Q. Why does Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR cause loss of appetite?

Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR is known to cause changes in the neurotransmitters levels and chemicals in the brain which leads to decrease in appetite and this loss of appetite is dose dependent.

Q. What are good alternatives to Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR, particularly when a side effect is reduced sex drive?

If you find any side effects like decreased sex drive or impotence talk to your doctor and then you can have some other drug. Do not stop Depravan ER 75 Tablet Tablet PR by yourself it can lead to increased adverse effects.

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