Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet
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Introduction of Etidale Plus Tablet
Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat depression. It is a combination medicine that calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also increases the level of chemical messenger in the brain which improves mood.
Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet1 and Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet2.
Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet1 and Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet2.
Uses of Etidale Plus Tablet
Benefits of Etidale Plus Tablet
In Depression
Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet 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. Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet also prevents extreme changes in mood and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.
It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Side effects of Etidale Plus Tablet
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 Etidale Plus
- Delayed ejaculation
- Confusion
- Vomiting
- Memory impairment
- Drowsiness
- Tiredness
- Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm)
- Low sexual desire
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Uncoordinated body movements
How to use Etidale Plus Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet 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
Information regarding the use of Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Etidale Plus Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
Etidale Plus Tablet
- Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of depression.
- It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
- Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other antidepressants.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you get thoughts about harming yourself or ending your life.
- If you have diabetes, you will be asked to monitor your blood glucose level regularly as Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may affect the levels of sugar in your blood.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
FAQs
Etidale Plus Tablet
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Are there any important warnings associated with use of Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet?
During the first few months of treatment, Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet may increase suicidal thoughts or actions in some patient, in the first few months of treatment. Patients having mood or behavioral disorders have a high risk of developing suicidal thoughts and actions. You should pay close attention and report your doctor of any such behavior or mood changes. Make sure that you visit the doctor for the scheduled follow-up appointments.
Can I stop taking Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, you should continue to take Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet, even if you feel well. If you stop Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet suddenly, serious withdrawal symptoms may occur. Consult your doctor if the symptoms are relieved, he might decrease your dose gradually.
How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet?
There are reports that suggest that the use of Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet can cause weight gain. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. An important point to remember is that it is easier to prevent weight gain than to lose increased weight.
Can the use of Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet cause sleepiness?
Yes, Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet can make you feel sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities till you know how this medicine affects you.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet?
No, do not drink alcohol while you are taking Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol can increase the severity of drowsiness or sleepiness caused by Etidale Plus 0.5mg/10mg Tablet.
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