Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's

Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medicines called antidepressants used to treat a major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, premenstrual dysphoria disorder and generalised anxiety disorder. Depression is a mood disorder characterised by sadness, unhappiness, anger, hopelessness or loss that interferes with a person’s daily activities.

Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's contains ‘Paroxetine’, which is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor. It works by inhibiting serotonin's reuptake, a mood-enhancing chemical messenger in the brain that communicates between brain cells. This helps increase serotonin concentrations in the nerve synapse, thereby regulating mood and treating depression and anxiety disorders.

Take Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's as prescribed. You are advised to take Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition and response to the treatment. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as insomnia (difficulty sleeping), dizziness, headache, diarrhoea, nausea, fatigue, dry mouth, loss of appetite, and sexual disturbances. You are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Do not take Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant, as it may cause harm to the foetus. Consult your doctor before taking Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's if you are breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, confusion, sleepiness and blurred vision. Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's as it may make your symptoms or side-effects worse. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects.

Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's belongs to a group of antidepressant medicines called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's is used to treat major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, and generalised anxiety disorder. Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's works by inhibiting serotonin's reuptake by nerves, a mood-enhancing chemical messenger in the brain that communicates between brain cells. This helps increase serotonin concentrations in the nerve synapse, thereby regulating mood and treating depression and anxiety disorders. Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's has fewer unwanted side effects than older antidepressants and helps people recover from depression.

• Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)
• Headache
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Dry mouth
• Loss of appetite
• Sexual disturbances

Do not take Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) or have taken them in the last 14 days, or if you are taking antipsychotic medicines such as thioridazine or pimozide. Consult your doctor immediately if you have suicidal thoughts, such as killing or harming yourself. Inform your doctor if you have/had epilepsy, mania, diabetes, low sodium levels in blood, glaucoma, or are undergoing treatment for severe depression called electro-convulsive therapy. Do not take Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant, as it may cause harm to the foetus. Consult your doctor before taking Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's if you are breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, confusion, sleepiness and blurred vision. Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Poluxetine 25 Tablet 10's as it may make your symptoms or side-effects worse.

• Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly as it helps in improving overall health and boosts self-esteem.

• Regularly attend therapy sessions.

• Perform meditation and yoga. This helps in relieving stress and provides relaxation.

• Follow a regular sleep pattern to improve the amount and quality of sleep you get.

• Include foods rich in omega fatty acids such as fish, nuts, fresh fruits, vegetables and olive oils.

• Neurotransmitters are made up of amino acids. Amino acid-rich foods such as meat, dairy products, and certain fruits and vegetables help in the proper maintenance of neurotransmitters. 

• Complex carbohydrates help in stimulating serotonin (a feel-good neurotransmitter). These include whole grains, legumes, spinach, broccoli, oranges and pears.

• Exercising helps in the production of the body’s natural antidepressants. It also helps in relieving stress, improving mood, boosting self-esteem, and providing restful sleep.

• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

• Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors and follow the doctor’s treatment plan.