Petril Plus Tablet
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Introduction of Petril Plus Tablet
Petril Plus Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety disorder. It is the combination medicine that calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also works by increasing the level of a chemical messenger in the brain which improves mood.
Petril Plus Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Petril Plus Tablet1 and Petril Plus Tablet2.
Petril Plus Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Petril Plus Tablet1 and Petril Plus Tablet2.
Uses of Petril Plus Tablet
Benefits of Petril Plus Tablet
In Treatment of Anxiety disorder
Petril Plus Tablet stops 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, feeling irritable and sleep problems that often come with Generalised Anxiety Disorder. Petril Plus Tablet 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 Petril 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 Petril Plus
- Delayed ejaculation
- Confusion
- Vomiting
- Memory impairment
- Drowsiness
- Tiredness
- Anorgasmia (decreased orgasm)
- Low sexual desire
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Uncoordinated body movements
How to use Petril 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. Petril Plus Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Petril Plus Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Petril Plus Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Petril Plus Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Petril Plus Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Petril Plus Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Petril Plus Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Petril Plus Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Use of Petril Plus Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Petril Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Petril Plus Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Petril Plus Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Petril Plus 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
Petril Plus Tablet
- Petril Plus Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of anxiety disorder.
- You may feel that Petril Plus Tablet is not helping you straightaway. This is because it can take few weeks before you feel the full benefit. It is important that you continue to take it, even if it takes a little while for your condition to improve.
- If you develop any depressing or suicidal thoughts or ideas, you should let your doctor know about them as soon as possible.
- You might experience low sexual desire after taking Petril Plus Tablet, talk to your doctor if it troubles you.
- Petril Plus Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of anxiety disorder.
- You may feel that Petril Plus Tablet is not helping you straightaway. This is because it can take few weeks before you feel the full benefit. It is important that you continue to take it, even if it takes a little while for your condition to improve.
- If you develop any depressing or suicidal thoughts or ideas, you should let your doctor know about them as soon as possible.
- You might experience low sexual desire after taking Petril Plus Tablet, talk to your doctor if it troubles you.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Petril Plus Tablet
Once A Day
90%
Twice A Day
7%
Alternate Day
2%
What are you using Petril Plus Tablet for?
Anxiety disor*
50%
Others
50%
*Anxiety disorder
How much was the improvement?
Poor
50%
Average
50%
What were the side-effects while using Petril Plus Tablet?
Fatigue
17%
Sexual dysfun*
17%
Sleepiness
17%
Slurred speec*
17%
Dizziness
17%
*Sexual dysfunction, Slurred speech
FAQs
Petril Plus Tablet
What is Petril Plus Tablet?
Petril Plus Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Clonazepam and Escitalopram. This combination is used to treat anxiety disorders. Clonazepam works by decreasing abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Escitalopram works by increasing the amount of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain that helps to improve mood.
Can the Petril Plus Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Petril Plus Tablet may make you feel drowsy or you may fall asleep suddenly during your routine activities like watching television, talking, eating or riding in a car. You might not feel drowsy or have any other warning signs before you suddenly fall asleep. Avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities at the beginning of your treatment until you know how the medication affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such symptoms.
Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Petril Plus Tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects and toxicity. If you are experiencing increased severity of your symptoms that is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Any special instruction regarding storage and disposal of Petril Plus Tablet?
Keep Petril Plus Tablet in a container that is tightly closed and out of children's reach. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Unneeded medications should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.
Can I stop taking Petril Plus Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, you should not stop taking Petril Plus Tablet even if you feel well. Continue taking your medicine as advised. Your doctor may lower your dose gradually if your symptoms are improving.
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