Treatment of Depression|Treatment of Panic disorder|Treatment of Anxiety disorder

In Treatment of Depression Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR works by increasing the level of a chemical called serotonin in the brain. This improves your mood relieves anxiety tension and helps you sleep better. It has fewer side effects than older antidepressants. It usually takes 4-6 weeks for this medicine to work so you need to keep taking it even if you feel it is not working. Do not stop taking it even if you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.

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. Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR is a type of antidepressant belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) group of medicines. It is widely prescribed to treat depression and anxiety-related conditions like obsessive-compulsive disorder and panic disorder.Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR helps many people to recover from depression by improving their mood and relieving anxiety and tension. It can be taken with or without food. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms.Your doctor may start you on a lower dose and increase it gradually. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without talking to your doctor even if you feel well. Doing so may make your condition worse or you may suffer from unpleasant withdrawal symptoms (anxiety restlessness palpitations dizziness sleep disturbances etc).To get the most benefit take this medicine regularly at the same time each day. Your doctor may advise you to take it in the morning if you have trouble sleeping. It may take a few weeks before you start feeling better. Let your doctor know if you do not see any improvement even after 4 weeks.Some common side effects of Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR include nausea fatigue dry mouth loss of appetite increased sweating dizziness nervousness tremors insomnia (difficulty in sleeping) and constipation. Sexual side effects like decreased sexual drive delayed ejaculation and erectile dysfunction may also be seen. Let your doctor know straight away if you develop any sudden worsening of mood or any thoughts about harming yourself.Before taking this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy (seizure disorder or fits) diabetes liver or kidney disease heart problems or glaucoma. These may affect your treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Some other medicines may affect the way it works especially other antidepressants and medicines called MAO inhibitors. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.

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. Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR. | - Pregnancy : UNSAFE <p> Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR 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 <p> Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR 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.

Chemical Class :: Phenylpiperidine Derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS|Action Class :: Selective Seretonin Reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

Treatment of Depression|Treatment of Panic disorder|Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Nausea | Fatigue | Dryness in mouth | Loss of appetite | Increased sweating | Dizziness | Nervousness | Tremors | Low sexual desire | Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping) | Confusion | Constipation | Erectile dysfunction | Delayed ejaculation | Decreased libido

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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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Q. After how many days of taking Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR will I start feeling better?::: You may start to see an improvement in your symptoms after 1-2 weeks of starting the treatment. In case you do not see any improvement do not stop the medicine and consult your doctor. It may take around 4-6 weeks to see the full benefits of the medicine.| Q. I feel that my symptoms have worsened after having started taking Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR. Can I stop it on my own or do I need to consult the doctor?::: No do not stop taking Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR abruptly without consulting your doctor. This is a common problem with Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR that initially you may feel that your symptoms have worsened but the benefits start appearing after 1-2 weeks. If the worsening does not improve even after 1-2 weeks you must consult your doctor.| Q. Can Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR affect my sex life?::: Yes Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR use may affect your sex life. It can cause decreased sexual desire and inability to reach orgasm in both men and women. Additionally men may even experience abnormal erection and ejaculation.| Q. What is the effect of Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR on children?::: Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR should not be used in children under 18 years of age. The reason being patients under 18 have an increased risk of experiencing side effects such as suicidal thoughts aggression oppositional behavior and anger when they take Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR. If your doctor has prescribed Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR for your child and you are worried about these side effects discuss it with your doctor.| Q. I have been taking tamoxifen for breast cancer. Can I take Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR with it?::: No you should not take Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR if you are receiving tamoxifen. Tamoxifen often causes hot flashes (episodes of feeling extremely hot) which can be treated with Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR. But Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR may reduce the effectiveness of tamoxifen and can lead to recurrence of breast cancer.| Q. Do I need to be careful while taking Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR if I am a diabetic?::: Yes you need to be careful while taking this medicine if you are a diabetic. Anxetin 37.5mg Tablet CR may alter your blood sugar levels and your dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment. Talk to your doctor regarding this and keep a regular check on your blood sugar levels.